How Many Years Do Kpop Idols Serve In The Military. According to South Korean law all able-bodied men from age 18 to 28 have to serve a minimum of 21 months in the military. Korean military service lasts about 2 years and only healthy fit males enlist.
Army and Marine Corps. Here is a list of Actors and K-pop Idols enlisted into the military with their release dates and future enlistments. According to South Korean law all able-bodied men from age 18 to 28 have to serve a minimum of 21 months in the military.
Many idols may not be able to recover from going and staying in the military for 2 years and some may fail to make a comeback to their albumsdramas which is why many fans would concern when their favorite Korean idol goes to the military.
For those who are unaware all men aged 18 to 35 in South Korea are required to serve in the Korean army for approximately 21 months depending on the enlisted branch - including celebrities and K-pop idols. Kpop and kdrama fans at one point have to say goodbye for approx. Army and Marine Corps. 21 male K-pop idols who will have to enlist in the military in 2018 The new laws mean idols must enlist by age 28 New Korean military service laws mean male idols must enlist by age 28.