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2025 is being hailed by fans as the year “군백기 (military hiatus) ends.” With major names like BTS, WOODZ, EXO’s Sehun, and actor Song Kang set to be discharged this year, anticipation is surging for long-awaited comebacks and full-group promotions.
📅 June – BTS RM, V, Jimin, Jungkook, and SUGA
The countdown is on. Following the early returns of Jin and j-hope, the rest of BTS will soon complete their service:
- 🪖 June 10: RM and V (discharged from active duty)
- 🪖 June 11: Jimin and Jungkook (enlisted together, discharged together)
- 🪖 June 21: SUGA (completing alternative service as a public service worker)
With all seven members reunited by late June, BTS’s full-group comeback is no longer a dream—it’s imminent. Fans around the world are already preparing for what’s expected to be one of the most monumental K-pop returns in history.
📅 July – WOODZ (Cho Seungyoun)
The solo powerhouse WOODZ will return on July 21, following his service in the military band since January 2023. During his enlistment, his track “Drowning” went viral after a military performance aired on national TV, propelling it back up the charts.
- 🏆 Recently won first place on Inkigayo for the first time in his career
- 🎤 Set to perform at Summer Sonic 2025 (Japan) just one month after discharge
WOODZ’s comeback is expected to be a vibrant and high-impact return to the stage.
📅 September – EXO Sehun
EXO’s youngest member, Sehun, is scheduled to complete his public service on September 20.
With Kai already discharged earlier this year, EXO fans are hopeful for a 13th anniversary group reunion once Sehun returns, possibly marking the end of EXO’s extended military rotation era.
📅 October – Actor Song Kang
Dubbed “Netflix’s Son” due to his string of hit K-dramas, Song Kang is set to return from active duty on October 1.
- 📺 Known for: Love Alarm, Sweet Home, Forecasting Love and Weather
- 🎬 His post-military project is already drawing industry buzz
Fans and industry insiders alike are watching closely for news on his next leading role.
Notable Highlights
- BTS full reunion confirmed by late June
- WOODZ comeback includes Summer Sonic 2025 stage
- EXO Sehun discharge may mark a full-group return
- Song Kang poised for major drama comeback in late 2025
Original Source: 헤일리
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