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After over a year in the military, BTS member J-Hope delighted his fans by winning a top prize in an army contest. Reports say the Korean army held a "Strong Warrior, Army! Presentation Contest" with 170 soldiers and civilian employees participating.
J-Hope gave a speech about his pride in joining the military and ended up winning the contest. The video of his speech is now circulating on social media.
BTS J-hope opens up after winning special military award
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The Korea Herald quoted J-Hope saying, "In the Army, I found videos and photos of BTS in the education materials that helped conscripts stay focused (during the session). Every time conscripts complete their (month-long) boot camp and leave for deployment, they tell me that it was an honor to have spent time with me. It is then that I realized I am taking a valuable first step with those who will become an important part of Korea's security."
"I feel like I am living a very meaningful and rewarding life these days. Just as the blood, tears, voice and sweat I shed on stage contributed greatly to the development of Korean culture, I feel that I am now contributing to Korea as a soldier, in a different way. I'm Sergeant Jung Ho-seok, not J-Hope of BTS, at the moment. I'm here to protect Korea and it is with great pride that I serve as a Korean soldier." He added.
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In other BTS news, band member Jin will soon be meeting them in person. The group's eldest member has decided to gift fans with the ultimate gift-his return- after completing the mandatory military service for the country.
On June 2, BIGHIT MUSIC revealed details on the celebrations that will follow the return of Jin and the 11th debut anniversary of the band. The annual festivities take place at BTS Festa. The company confirmed that Jin, who was the first to commence his mandatory military duties will be attending 2024 Festa and interacting with ARMYs.
The boy group's label revealed an "in-person event led by BTS member Jin" will be held on Thursday, June 13, 2024, at Jamsil Arena in Jamsil Sports Complex, Songpa-gu in Seoul.
BIGHIT further wrote, "This event was prepared in order to fulfil Jin's wish to spend meaningful time with ARMY in person on BTS' debut day. We invite you to join us as we express our gratitude for your unwavering love for BTS."
