K-Pop's Military Service Update! Massive Returns & Emotional Goodbyes!
- lewishooper1
- Aug 14
- 3 min read
K-pop's military shake-up: who's going and who's coming home? Let's take a look at some of the hottest names in the Korean entertainment industry and when they'll be back for more epic performances!
The Wait is Over: K-Pop Idols & Actors Return from Military Service!
K-pop and K-drama fans throughout the globe are highly anticipating the return of their favorite stars after they have completed their military service. In fact, after years of waiting, some of the hottest names in the Korean entertainment industry will step back into the spot light!
Actor Song Kang: Returning October 1, 2025
For K-drama fans, the one and only Song Kang will return to the public eye on October 1, 2025. Song Kang is known for captivating audiences with hit shows like Nevertheless and My Demon. It truly is a time to prepare for an absolute explosion of excitement as this rising star graces us with his presence once more!
NCT Taeyong: Returning December 14, 2025
Following closely behind is NCT's Taeyong. NCTzens mark your calendar for December 14, 2025, as Taeyong will have completed his service in the Navy, and back on dry land, he wants to crack on with creating new music for his adoring fans.
This discharge marks the thrilling surge of fresh energy in NCT's music and performances, because Taeyong's return promises to be nothing short of spectacular!
The Uniform Awaits: Beloved K-Pop Idols Headed to Serve!
ASTRO's Cha Eun Woo - July 28, 2025
Cha Eun Woo will soon be in for his mandatory military service, where he will join the army band, showcasing his outstanding, diverse musical talents. "I will be back safe and healthy. I wish all the best for you all", he said in a heartfelt statement recently on social media.
The enlistment schedule was promptly confirmed for July 28, marking the beginning of his official military service. The Dojeon team still thinks he looks hot with his shaved head!
Seventeen's Hoshi - September 16, 2025
The countdown for Seventeen fans has sadly begun, as they will soon witness Hoshi head out to complete his military service.
Hoshi's service will start on September 16, 2025, which means before this date, fans can enjoy SEVENTEEN's 5th Studio Album Yizhiyu video call fan signing – their final official activities before answering the call of duty.
SEVENTEEN's WOOZI - September 15, 2025
Another SEVENTEEN member, Woozi, will also embark on his military service from September 15, 2025, through to March 2027. His last activities before enlistment include HOSHI X WOOZI FAN CONCERT as well as pre-agreed Seventeen events. Seventeen fans will have two members completing their service, so what will this mean for the band during this time?
Final thoughts
With this exciting yet sad time in Hallyu culture, for returning and departing members, the evolving industry is always full of surprises and hurdles. For fans, in today's modern technological age, we believe that they will still be able to connect with their favorite idols while they are taking a back seat from stardom, and for those returning, will they still have what it takes to shine on this saturated stage?
We would love to hear your thoughts on who you are most looking forward to seeing return, and who you are sad to leave.
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