On November 22, 2023, Big Hit revealed through Weverse that RM, also known as Kim Namjoon, alongside his BTS bandmates V, Jimin and Jungkook, had initiated the enlistment process for their mandatory military service. RM began his service as an active-duty soldier on December 11. On September 17, South Korean President Yoon Suk Yeol visited a border unit of the 15th Infantry Division to encourage soldiers serving during Chuseok. During the visit, President Yoon posed for group photos with the soldiers, including the BTS’ leader, who was reportedly standing next to him in the photos. The picture quickly went viral, sparking mixed reactions among netizens. Some believe RM was thrilled to be part of the moment, while others argue that he seemed uncomfortable and label the photos as a ‘political move’. RM, V, Jimin and Jungkook Reach 50% of Military Service Ahead of BTS Reunion in June 2025!
The Viral Pic
📸 PHOTO
South Korean president Yoon Sukyeol visited "Victory Unit" of Division 15 in celebration of Chuseok & took a group picture where @BTS_twt RM can be seen! pic.twitter.com/WZKCVEEgoa
— BTS News & Updates⁷ (@dalbitbangtan) September 17, 2024
Fans Happy For RM
Joon, so proud of him🥹💜
— 🌸⟭⟬미카⁷ ᴾʳᵒᵒᶠ⟬⟭🌸 Hobi is coming home🐿💜 (@_Hobi_Flower_) September 17, 2024
ARMY Feeling Bad
I feel so bad for Namjoon, and everyone in that pic that had to prepare for the forced visit on a holiday
— raveloongi⁷ (@raveloongi) September 17, 2024
Do You Think The Same Way?
he hates it there💀
— ash⁷☆ (@21centurygays) September 17, 2024
The Excitement On Spotting RM
The first person I saw Rm 🥰♾️💜
— Ian S (@IanS459170) September 17, 2024
Was It A Political Move?
Stop using him for politics. let them all celebrate Chuseok with their family.
— Mo-Music.nl (@mo_musica) September 18, 2024
(SocialLY brings you all the latest breaking news, viral trends and information from social media world, including Twitter, Instagram and Youtube. The above post is embeded directly from the user's social media account and LatestLY Staff may not have modified or edited the content body. The views and facts appearing in the social media post do not reflect the opinions of LatestLY, also LatestLY does not assume any responsibility or liability for the same.)