Fans abuzz with excitement over news of Suga of BTS getting discharged from the military
The rapper, producer, and songwriter has been serving in the alternative social service category since September 2023. His scheduled discharge date, June 21, has stirred global fan enthusiasm, especially as BTS moves closer to becoming a fully reunited group.
With Jin and J-hope already discharged in 2023, and RM, V, Jimin, and Jungkook completing their service earlier this month, Suga's return marks the final chapter of the group's military hiatus. The buzz around BTS's reunion has taken over social media, with hashtags trending across platforms and fan communities planning celebratory messages and digital events in anticipation.
Although BigHit has confirmed there will be no public event to mark Suga's return, the emotional significance of his homecoming is not lost on fans. Many see this moment as the beginning of a new era for the band, whose collective return promises a resurgence of music, performances, and global appearances.
The seven members were recently seen sharing the space at their reunion at FESTA, an annual celebration of the anniversary of the group's formation on June 13 and 14.
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