J-Hope’s birthday event honors ROK military in a special way; Lieutenant Colonel of BTS member's unit reacts
BTS member J-Hope's fans organise a special birthday cafe event 'TO ARMY FROM ARMY' honoring the military personnel with free coffee for their dedicated service to the country.
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BTS' J-Hope's birthday is celebrated through a event where military servicemen are given free coffee
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J-Hope's military discharge and future activities
BTS member and K-pop sensation J-Hope’s birthday is right around the corner. Although the artist’s birthday is on February 18, his fans have already started to celebrate in various number of ways. Among many other birthday events and projects, the fandom has set up a unique cafe with a different concept that has never been done before. In a heartwarming display of appreciation for the celebrity, the fans have held a birthday cafe event with the title “TO ARMY FROM ARMY.”
BTS' J-Hope's birthday cafe event 'TO ARMY FOR ARMY' garners attention from the military
The event’s objective, as the title suggests, is to express gratitude towards the South Korean military personnel for their staunch devotion to protecting the nation. At the venue, the soldiers are offered complimentary coffee, courtesy of the fans, as a heartfelt attempt to recognise their sacrifices and hard work. The event is organised not just in celebration of J-Hope’s birthday but also as a reminder to acknowledge the efforts of those serving in the military.
Due to the thoughtful deed, the event garnered a lot of attention, including that of the military itself. Lieutenant Colonel Jang Min Cheol, commander of the Baekho Recruit Training Battalion, made an appearance at the cafe in response to the gracious act. Additionally, he thanked the fandom for sending undying support and love to the armed forces. The mutual respect between the military and fans fosters goodwill and strengthens bonds within the community. The cafe has been running since February 7, 2024, and will be available till February 18.
J-Hope's mandatory military service and future activities
J-Hope officially enlisted for the mandatory military service on April 18, 2023, and will be discharged on October 17, 2024. The artist is currently serving at the Baekho Recruit Training Center, 36th Infantry Division of the Army, as a training assistant. Due to exceptional military service, he received an early promotion. As new pictures of him emerge online as an assistant drill instructor, which results in becoming the talk of the town.
With frequent updates from civilians and the military, the fans are still able to stay connected with their favourite K-pop idol. Moreover, J-hope revealed through a handwritten note, which was uploaded on Weverse, that he has prepared a number of content for his fans and will release them as soon as he is discharged.