K-Pop Enlistment: NCT, GOT7, & More Announce Service Dates

Several prominent figures in the Korean entertainment industry are set to begin their mandatory military service before the end of 2025. This latest wave of K-pop enlistment includes members from top groups like NCT and GOT7, as well as notable actors, who will temporarily pause their careers to fulfill their national duty. In a unified message, all respective agencies have announced that there will be no official public events on the enlistment days, urging fans to refrain from visiting the sites to ensure safety and privacy for all.

Upcoming Mandatory Service Schedule

The end of the year will see a series of enlistments from beloved stars, each beginning a new chapter in service to their country. The announcements have been made, and fans are now preparing to wish their favorite artists well for the duration of their service.

Kwon HyunBin to Join the Marine Corps

Actor and former “Produce 101” contestant Kwon HyunBin, 28, is scheduled to be the first of this group to enlist. His agency, Ghost Studio, confirmed that he will begin his service at the Marine Corps Education and Training Command on November 24, 2025. The agency emphasized their request for fan cooperation in maintaining a private enlistment process, stating no separate official events will be held.

GOT7 YoungJae’s Service Details

GOT7 member GOT7 YoungJae, 29, will commence his mandatory service on November 27, 2025. He will be serving as a social service agent. The artist personally shared the news with his fans on October 26, 2025, during his solo Asia tour concert held at the Thunder Dome in Bangkok, Thailand. This personal announcement allowed him to directly address his supporters before his temporary hiatus.

NCT Members Announce December Enlistment

Following other major K-pop enlistment announcements, SM Entertainment has confirmed the dates for two members of the popular group NCT. This marks another significant temporary change for the group as they support their members’ fulfillment of national duty. The news is part of the top Korean entertainment news fans are following closely.

NCT DoYoung and Jungwoo to Enlist on the Same Day

On December 8, 2025, NCT DoYoung (29) and Jungwoo will enlist on the same day but in different roles. NCT DoYoung will serve as an active-duty soldier. Meanwhile, Jungwoo is set to join the Army’s military band, where he can utilize his musical talents. SM Entertainment echoed the sentiments of other agencies, asking fans for their understanding and cooperation in not holding any send-off events.

Actor Yeo JinGoo Begins KATUSA Service

Rounding out the year-end enlistments, acclaimed actor Yeo JinGoo will begin his service on December 15, 2025. He has been accepted as a KATUSA (Korean Augmentation to the United States Army) soldier, a highly competitive branch of service. He is expected to serve for 18 months. His agency has also requested that fans and media respect his privacy by not visiting the enlistment site. As these stars prepare for their mandatory service, fans worldwide are sending messages of support, wishing them a safe and healthy return.

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