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BTS: V aka Kim Taehyung tops yet another list of Most Handsome Men in the World

BTS member Kim Taehyung aka V's good looks and dedicated fandom has again put him on top of a 'Most Handsome Man in the World' list. The K-pop sensation has surpassed many Hollywood and Bollywood icons like Brad Pitt, Robert Pattinson, Hrithik Roshan, and Chris Evans to land on top of the list. Techno Sports has compiled the ranking, which recognizes V's international appeal and unbeatable charm. While V tops the list, other stars on it include Brad Pitt, Robert Pattinson, Noah Mills, Justin Trudeau and Henry Cavill. Hrithik Roshan is the only Indian actor on the list. Here's the complete list: BTS’ V , real name Kim Taehyung The BTS vocalist's popularity has not dimmed despite the fact that he is currently serving in the South Korean military. Rather, it saw a spike recently after videos of his buffed up body made the rounds of the internet. The singer has been the face of the fashion label Celine, and also the digital single Winter Ahead in November 2024. Brad Pitt This one is n expected name. The 61-year-old Hollywood legend continues to rule the entertainment industry, with his next big project being a Formula One-themed film, where he plays a former F1 driver. Robert Pattinson The 38-year-old British heartthrob gained fame as the handsome vampire Edward Cullen in the Twilight Saga. He is currently gearing up for the release of his sci-fi thriller Mickey 17. Noah Mills The 41-year-old Canadian model and actor, known for his association with Dolce & Gabbana, Tommy Hilfiger, and Gap Inc., has also starred in projects like The Falcon and the Winter Soldier and Sex and the City 2. Hrithik Roshan Often dubbed the Greek God of Bollywood, Hrithik Roshan has always been considered one of the most handsome men in the world. The 51-year-old actor was recently seen in the Netflix docu-series The Roshans. Justin Trudeau The Prime Minister of Canada has frequently been admired for his youthful looks and charismatic personality, earning him a spot on the list. The 53-year-old politician has been a magnet for the cameras and, at times, appeared in the society pages nearly as often as in the news sections. Chris Evans Best known as Captain America in the Marvel Cinematic Universe, Chris Evans continues to be one of Hollywood’s most beloved and handsome actors. The 43-year-old has a dedicated female following thanks to his jaw-dropping looks. Henry Cavill Who can ignore the charm of the square jaw and chin button of this 41-year-old? The British superstar, known for portraying Superman in the DC Universe and Geralt of Rivia in fantasy web series The Witcher, has fans drooling over his heartbreaking good looks. Tom Cruise At 62, this man is still unstoppable. Nothing is impossible for this Hollywood icon who has defied age with his ever-youthful looks and action-packed performances in the Mission Impossible franchise. Bradley Cooper This multiple Grammy and Oscar-nominated actor has charmed audiences with his performances in The Hangover, Silver Linings Playbook, American Sniper, and American Hustle. At 50, he still makes hearts stop with just a smile.

11 February,2025 04:38 PM IST | Seoul | mid-day online correspondent
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Blackpink's Jisoo opens up about her upcoming zombie series Newtopia

Korean star Jisoo, best known for her music created in collaboration with other members of 'Blackpink' band, is super excited about her upcoming series 'Newtopia'. The series follows Lee Jae-yoon (Park), a late military conscript, and Kang Young-joo (Jisoo), a rookie professional, whose relationship is tested first by a breakup and then by a zombie outbreak in Seoul. Under the direction of Yoon Sung-hyun, "Newtopia" aims to blend heart-pounding action with light-hearted romance, as per Variety. Sharing her experience working on the show, Jisoo in a press note said, "During the pre-production phase, they showed us some prototypes of the zombies, and many of them were unlike anything I had ever seen before. I haven't had a chance to see how they translated onto the screen yet, so I'm very curious." She added, "I think it will be fun for viewers to compare how different Newtopia is from other zombie series or films.Some of the zombies don't resemble humans at all and look quite unique,so I think a lot of viewers will go, 'Oh, I never imagined zombies could be designed this way.' I love this series for not getting too serious when featuring zombies. Whenever situations or emotions start to feel heavy, different characters take turns breaking the grave mood. We have many moments when characters turn a situation into something funny, giving the audience a chance to laugh. I think one of the greatest strengths of the series is that viewers can have fun without having to feel weighed down." The series will premiere globally on Prime Video and Korean streamer Coupang Play on Friday.

06 February,2025 10:45 PM IST | Mumbai | ANI
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BTS V gifts his stylist's daughter an expensive Mercedes G-Wagon push car

South Korean boy band BTS singer Kim Taehyung aka V is back to making headlines for his kind gesture towards the staff that has worked with him. After making headlines for his photo album Reve, the K-pop idol won hearts for sending a cute gift on his stylist, Kim Young Jin’s daughter’s birthday.  BTS V sends an expensive gift for Kim Young Jin’s daughter Kim Young Jin, also known as Kimvenchy, shared a picture of his daughter sitting on a Mercedes G-Wagon push car that was gifted by V. The caption read, “Thank you, uncle.” The toy car comes to around Rs 6,000 to 8,000 depending on its colour and availability.  Kim has styled the boy band for their My Universe collaboration with Coldplay. Koreaboo quoted him saying, “Whenever I style an idol group, I think of a designer creating a collection. I mix and match clothes from different Japanese brands such as Comme des Garçons and Yohji Yamamoto, and I express my own aesthetic with styling to fit each concept. I also style various editorials for fashion magazines. I consider myself a fashion stylist, and when I first took on the role of an idol stylist, I was proud of demonstrating what kind of visuals could be created if a fashion stylist takes on an idol.” BTS' V's military discharge  V had enlisted for his mandatory military service in 2023. His discharge date is set for June 10, 2025. Interestingly it coincides with the group’s debut anniversary. The decision by BTS to enlist in the military helped avert a sticky situation for South Korea's government. Military service is compulsory for all able-bodied males under 30 years old. The current system allows for some exceptions on the grounds of exceptional service to the country. Some top athletes and classical musicians have been excused on this basis, but pop artists have not. On the work front, Kim Taehyung is rumoured to join the third season of Netflix’s Squid Game. During an interview with BuzzFeed UK, Lee Jung Jae and his co-star Wi Ha Joon were asked directly about the possibility of V joining the cast for the upcoming season. Lee quickly dismissed the topic with a cryptic, “I can’t say anything about that,” while Joon flashed a knowing smile and firmly stuck to a “No comment” response.

05 February,2025 06:15 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondent
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Squid Game 2 actor Lee Joo-Sil, who played Front Man's stepmother, dies at 81

Veteran South Korean actor Lee Joo-Sil, best known for playing Park Mal Soon in the second season of Netflix's Squid Game, passed away at the age of 81 after battling stomach cancer. According to reports, Lee suffered from cardiac arrest at her family home on the morning of February 2 and was pronounced dead after being transferred to St Mary's Hospital in Uijeongbu, Gyeonggi.  Lee Joo-Sil’s cancer battle In Squid Game 2, Lee Joo-Sil played the mother of undercover detective Hwang Joon-Ho (Wi Ha Joon) and the stepmother of Hwang In Ho (Lee Byang Hun) aka the Front Man. Lee was previously diagnosed with stage 4 breast cancer in her fifties and she was given a life expectancy of one year. However, in July 2023, she shared that she spent 13 years being treated for the disease and that it had ultimately been successful, as per People. "I found out at the end of stage 3 and it soon became stage 4," said Lee, adding, "I overcame it well because I have children." "Everyone becomes stronger when faced with a crisis," she continued. "If you let everything go, you become helpless. When I was contacted by a film company to work with them, I said, 'I'm sick,' and they said, 'That's an illness, and we're working.' I was grateful for that kind of thinking.” Lee started her acting career in 1964. She was part of stage productions of Death of a Salesman and Macbeth, the K-drama The Uncanny Counter, and the 2016 horror movie Train to Busan. Her funeral service will be held at Severance Hospital in Sinchon, Seoul, on February 5. About Squid Game Season 2 After winning the deadly games at the end of Season 1, Seong Gi-hun (Lee Jung-jae) is back--this time with a mission. Armed with the horrifying knowledge of what the games are truly about, he aims to convince other players to opt out and end the deadly competition once and for all, while also trying to save their lives. The story takes place three years after Gi-hun won. Returning cast members include Wi Ha-jun and Gong Yoo. The new season also introduces a star-studded cast with Yim Si-wan, Kang Ha-neul, Park Gyu-young, and others joining the series. The hit Korean drama is set to return on June 27 this year while wrapping up the intense survival series with its third and final season. 

03 February,2025 10:39 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondent
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Is Seo Kang-joon's Undercover High School a remake of SRK's Main Hoon Na?

Korean dramas are the recent obsession for Indian viewers. Now, a new K-drama named Undercover High School is making quite a buzz among K-drama lovers. The teaser of the show was recently released, and it has reminded fans of Shah Rukh Khan's iconic film Main Hoon Na. The teaser introduces Jung Hae-sung (Seo Kang-joon), a National Intelligence Service (NIS) agent, who ends up in a high school after being demoted from his position. This plot is quite similar to that of Main Hoon Na.           View this post on Instagram                       A post shared by Mansi (@glowandglobble) Korean Main Hoon Na? In Main Hoon Na, Shah Rukh Khan plays the role of Major Ram, who goes to a school as an undercover officer. Seeing Jung Hae-sung (Seo Kang-joon) as an undercover officer in a high school has led fans to draw parallels between the stories. After the teaser of the upcoming show went viral, fans started calling it ‘Main Hoon Na Korean version’. Reacting to the clip, one user wrote, "Korean Major Ram Prasad Sharma." Another user asked, "Who is Miss Chandni here?" A third fan shared, "We got Korean ‘Main Hoon Na’ before GTA 6." About Shah Rukh Khan’s Main Hoon Na Main Hoon Na (which means "I'm Here") is a 2004 Hindi movie directed by Farah Khan and produced by Gauri Khan under Red Chillies Entertainment. It was Farah’s directorial debut. The cast includes Shah Rukh Khan, Sushmita Sen, Suniel Shetty, Amrita Rao, and Zayed Khan, along with Kirron Kher, Murali Sharma, Kabir Bedi, Boman Irani, and Naseeruddin Shah. The story follows Major Ram Prasad Sharma, who goes undercover as a college student to protect a general’s daughter from a dangerous ex-soldier. About Undercover High School Undercover High School is a South Korean television series written by Im Young-bin and directed by Choi Jung-in. Starring Seo Kang-joon, Jin Ki-joo, and Kim Shin-rok, the drama follows an NIS agent who goes undercover as a high school student on a secret mission. Along the way, he encounters his homeroom teacher, Oh Soo-ah, who starts noticing striking similarities between him and her childhood first love. The series is set to premiere on February 21, 2025.

01 February,2025 04:47 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondent
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BTS RM is jealous of Jin and J-hope enjoying life after military discharge

South Korean boy band BTS member Kim Namjoon aka RM took to Weverse and extended wishes on Lunar New Year. The K-pop idol came home to celebrate with his family. He marked the occasion by penning a comprehensive post for the ARMY on Weverse. RM revealed that he had shaved his head again and was jealous of Jin and J-hope who were discharged from the military last year.  BTS’ RM shares military update RM took to Weverse and wrote, “Hello everyone, I love you. How was your Lunar New Year? Did you eat rice cake soup? I finally became sergeant—Kim Namjoon. Military life is just the beginning.”  The rapper also shared the advice he received from his seniors and how the past couple of years have been overwhelming.  #RM CAME HOME OMG 🥺💜 pic.twitter.com/mjDz0i2ItN — BTS Charts Daily (@btschartsdailyc) February 1, 2025 He added, “I'm still jealous and glad to see the two members (Jin and J-hope) come out and cheer up. Civilians are the best. If I go back to civilian Kim Namjoon, I have a lot to say. Even things that are hard to say right now... I think I'll be able to deliver them in my own way one day. I always think about it when I can't sleep well and wander through the night.” RM will be discharged on June 10, 2025, which coincides with the group’s debut anniversary. “It's already February. We have about four months left. As always, I will exercise here, play musical instruments, listen to music, and watch movies on weekends, and prepare well to go back. I hope you stay healthy, too. I shaved my head one more time to commemorate becoming a sergeant. Attached is the picture. Oh, the picture is before I shaved my head,” added Namjoon.  BTS’ RM’s documentary Last year, RM released his documentary ‘RM: Right People, Wrong Place’ which was also selected at the 29th Busan International Film Festival. This documentary delves into the creation of RM's second solo album, ‘Right Place, Wrong Person’, capturing his profound reflections on his identity, love, and his artistic passions. The film has been directed by Lee Seok-joon, who previously worked on the production of the music videos for “Arson” and “MORE,” the title track of BTS’ J-Hope’s solo album christened “Jack in the Box.”

01 February,2025 11:04 AM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondent
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Squid Game's much-awaited 3rd and final season to release on THIS date

Squid Game fans are in for a treat as Netflix announced the much-awaited third and final season of 'Squid Game.' The hit Korean drama is set to return on June 27 this year while wrapping up the intense survival series. According to The Hollywood Reporter, the announcement was made during Netflix's Next on Netflix presentation. Squid Game remains the streamer's most popular series, with season two earning 4.92 billion minutes of viewing in a single week in the U.S. after its release on December 26, 2024. Nothing can prepare you for the final season of Squid Game. Season 3 premieres June 27. #NextOnNetflix pic.twitter.com/aVqSoQScOI — Netflix (@netflix) January 30, 2025 The final season picks up after the dramatic ending of season two. According to Netflix, the story will follow Gi-hun (Lee Jung-jae) as he continues his mission to stop the deadly game. Meanwhile, The Front Man (Lee Byung-hun) prepares for his next move, and the remaining players face even deadlier consequences with each round. According to the publication, Netflix also released a chilling new poster for season three, with the tagline: "Prepare for the final game." The artwork hints at a more intense and brutal finale, featuring sinister silhouettes of Young-hee and her companion Cheol-su, characters first teased in season two's post-credit scene. Series creator Hwang Dong-hyuk, who returns as writer and director for the final season, originally planned Squid Game as a three-season story. However, he has not ruled out the possibility of a future spinoff. "When we were doing season one, I was saying there was never going to be another season," Hwang told The Hollywood Reporter during season two's launch. "And so if the time comes, and it just so happens that I'm able to come up with a character or a different story, then maybe there might be a comeback. But I'm thinking more along the lines of a spinoff," he added. Fans will have to wait until June 27, 2025, to see how the Squid Game story comes to an end.

31 January,2025 08:57 AM IST | Mumbai | ANI
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'I'm too shy': BTS' Jin explains why he didn't post a selfie on Lunar New Year

South Korean boy band BTS member Jin celebrated the Lunar New Year with his family. The K-pop idol, who was discharged from the military last year, took to Weverse and explained why he didn’t post a selfie for the ARMY and teased new content stating that he’s been working non-stop.  BTS’ Jin shares message for ARMY Jin took to Weverse and wrote, “ARMYs, are you having a good lunar new year? I ate Tteokguk (rice cake soup) well with my family too. Maybe it's because there's someone in the family who cooks, but the quality of food has gone up haha (I bring something sometimes too) I have 2 nephews/nieces so I gave them pocket money. I thought I would only receive it for my whole life. I want to upload a selfie too, but lately, I haven't had any schedules where I do my makeup, and I'm too shy to show my bare face so I can't upload anything. But recently I've gone to work without skipping a single day for around the last 3 weeks. I'm working hard, so our ARMYs, please wait a little longer while watching.” jin weverse post 🐹 ARMYs, are you having a good lunar new year ?i ate rice cake soup well with my family too. maybe it's because there's someone in the family who cooks, but the quality of food has gone up haha (i bring something sometimes too)i have 2 nephews/nieces so i + pic.twitter.com/7NNFl1DNhd — 윤서⁷ (@btsinthemoment) January 30, 2025 Earlier, Jin extended New Year 2025 greetings and wrote, “I wish you guys a lot of good fortune for the New Year and I hope you have (a year full of) good things and become rich (cutely). Happy New Year you guys.” BTS’ Jin was the first to be discharged from the military Jin was discharged from the military in June, coinciding with the band’s debut anniversary. He conducted a meet and greet with fans, collaborated with luxury brands, and also became the torchbearer at the 2024 Paris Olympics. He appeared on The Tonight Show with Jimmy Fallon where he discussed his new album Happy and even performed the song ‘Running Wild’ which marked his solo debut on the chat show.  The decision by BTS to enlist in the military helped avert a sticky situation for South Korea's government. Military service is compulsory for all able-bodied males under 30 years old. The current system allows for some exceptions on the grounds of exceptional service to the country. Some top athletes and classical musicians have been excused on this basis, but pop artists have not.

31 January,2025 08:13 AM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondent
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'I am a bit scared': BTS' Jimin shares emotional note for ARMY on Weverse

South Korean boy band BTS member Jimin, who is currently fulfilling his mandatory military service penned an emotional note for the ARMY where he spoke about his time at the base, conversations with fellow member Jungkook, and feeling scared to perform once he gets discharged. In the comprehensive post, the K-pop idol, fondly known as mochi, also shared having discussions with the golden maknae about the kind of lives they will lead hereafter.  jimin weverse letter 290125 pic.twitter.com/97g8aWiMBl — 윤서⁷ (@btsinthemoment) January 29, 2025 BTS’ Jimin shares military update with ARMY Jimin, who enlisted on December 12, 202,3 wrote, “I have been in the military for around a year and two months. And yes… I really think that time passes differently here. It’s not always easy, but there are still things I am feeling and learning. So now, I am waiting for the days to come quickly, when I can have fun talking with you all about everything that has happened.” He continued, “My daily life has not changed all that much. Since it’s the military, after training, going through my daily routine, and exercising, the day passes quickly, and soon it’s time to sleep. I’ve been living that same daily life.” BTS’ Jimin on his conversations with Jungkook He added, “If there’s something different, it’s that after the new year began, the conversations Jungkook and I have before sleeping have changed a lot. Since the days when we will meet ARMYs are slowly getting closer, we’ve been thinking about that time and talking a lot about what we need to prepare before we meet, what sides of ourselves we want to show, what kind of lives we will lead from now on, and more. To be honest, there is also some fear. It hasn’t been a short time since we last performed together, and it has been a while since we poured all our time into just performances and music. So I am a bit scared, but my desire to bring you the best performance after waiting for so long has not changed.  “I will work hard to prepare. I’ll do my best and return as the best version of myself. Our ARMYs, whom I long for and am endlessly grateful for—please stay healthy until the day we meet, and I hope your days will be filled only with happiness,” concluded Jimin.  BTS' Jimin won at MTV EMAs  During the 2024 MTV Europe Music Awards, Jimin won the Best K-pop award. Jimin and Jungkook also featured in the travel reality series titled 'Are You Sure?!'. The eight-part series aired in September 2024. It captured the essence of travel, offering viewers a unique perspective on the cultural and scenic beauty of New York, Jeju Island in South Korea, and Sapporo in Japan.

30 January,2025 09:08 AM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondent
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Has Kim Taehyung aka V reached his target body weight? BTS star reveals

South Korean boy band BTS member Kim Taehyung aka V extended New Year 2025 greetings with the ARMY on Sunday. The K-pop idol, who is currently fulfilling his mandatory military service is set to discharge in June this year. Interestingly it coincides with the group’s debut anniversary. He shared a heartfelt post for the ARMY on Weverse and also interacted with some lucky ones.  Kim Taehyung’s sweet post for the ARMY Kim Taehyung took to Weverse and wrote, “Are you enjoying the holiday? I hope you have a great time during this long holiday!” The singer added, “I’ve been working out a lot in the military! It won’t be long now! I want to see you soon.” V had enlisted for his mandatory military service in 2023. His discharge date is set for June 10, 2025. The decision by BTS to enlist in the military helped avert a sticky situation for South Korea's government.  💜 taehyung-ah ~ ♡have you hit your goal weight? 🤭🐯 i hit it and now im on my way back~~~! pic.twitter.com/sQ73g1Cl1J — 윤서⁷ (@btsinthemoment) January 26, 2025 BTS’ V interacts with ARMY, discusses his weight When an ARMY asked V, “Have you reached your target weight?” he replied, “I hit it, and now I'm on my way back.” For those unversed, Taehyung had promised his fans that we would “increase his weight to 86 kg”. Needless to say, his physique has been a hot topic of discussion ever since he joined the military. The singer teases the ARMY from time to time by flexing his ripped body, setting the internet ablaze.  V announces new project titled Rêve V will reportedly release his new photobook as he commences 2025 on a working note. The K-pop idol overcame grief following his dog Yeontan’s demise last year. BTS’ music agency BigHit dropped the poster for Rêve - a possible photobook that documents V’s time in Paris. It is set to release on February 3rd. The French text written on the same roughly translates to, “This feeling of freedom I experienced in Paris, the instant beauty, the dream scene seen through V’s eyes.”  V <Rêvé> Preview Poster📅 Pre-order: 2025.01.14. 11AM (KST) ~📅 Release: 2025.02.03. (KST)#V #뷔 #V_Rêvé pic.twitter.com/XCWV2LeJPA — BTS_official (@bts_bighit) January 12, 2025 On the work front, Kim Taehyung is rumoured to join the third season of Netflix’s Squid Game. During an interview with BuzzFeed UK, Lee Jung Jae and his co-star Wi Ha Joon were asked directly about the possibility of V joining the cast for the upcoming season. Lee quickly dismissed the topic with a cryptic, “I can’t say anything about that,” while Joon flashed a knowing smile and firmly stuck to a “No comment” response.

28 January,2025 02:18 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondent
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BTS' Jin finally extends New Year 2025 greetings with unseen picture

South Korean boy band BTS member Jin finally extended heartfelt greetings for New Year 2025 in a late post. The K-pop idol took to Weverse and posted an unseen picture of himself and penned a note for the ARMY, who longed to hear from him. The photo shows Jin in a Rolling Stone t-shirt with a denim polka dot co-ord set.  BTS’ Jin’s New Year greetings for ARMY Jin wrote on Weverse, “Hello everyone, this is Jin. Are all of you guys doing well? I was worried about what kind of greeting should I give you guys for New Year's and missed the time so I couldn't visit you guys frequently. I wish you guys a lot of good fortune for the New Year and I hope you have (a year full of) good things and become rich (cutely). Happy New Year you guys.” BTS WEVERSE POST JIN/SEOKJIN 250125SJ: Hello everyone this is Jin~Are all of you guys doing well~ [cutely]I was worry about what kind of greeting should I give you guys for New Year's and missed the time so I couldn't visit you guys frequently ㅠㅠI wish you guys a lot of… pic.twitter.com/iXxcy60uLY — Sel⁷ (@BTStranslation_) January 25, 2025 BTS’ Jin was the first to be discharged from the military Jin was discharged from the military in June, coinciding with the band’s debut anniversary. He conducted a meet and greet with fans, collaborated with luxury brands, and also became the torchbearer at the 2024 Paris Olympics. He appeared on The Tonight Show with Jimmy Fallon where he discussed his new album Happy and even performed the song ‘Running Wild’ which marked his solo debut on the chat show.  When Jin appeared on Since Those Days with Japanese singer, actor, and television personality Masaki Aiba, he spoke about treating his members Jimin, Jungkook, Suga, RM, V, and J-hope with respect and maintaining sheer professionalism. “I think to be respectful, we need to recognize that we’re not friends, we’re partners who work together. Among friends, when you get mad at each other, sometimes you won’t help each other because you are mad. But here it’s that kind of concept. Basically, we’re working together, so I think the most important thing is to have an attitude that even if there’s a situation where our feelings get hurt, we still have to work together professionally.” The decision by BTS to enlist in the military helped avert a sticky situation for South Korea's government. Military service is compulsory for all able-bodied males under 30 years old. The current system allows for some exceptions on the grounds of exceptional service to the country. Some top athletes and classical musicians have been excused on this basis, but pop artists have not.

25 January,2025 01:47 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondent
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