From Hiatus To Reunion, SEVENTEEN’s S.Coups Opens Up About Members’ Military Enlistment Plans!
SEVENTEEN’s leader S. Coups shared details about his members’ military enlistment, the group’s upcoming hiatus, and when they will reunite.
Military enlistment is compulsory for able-bodied men in South Korea. Even popular K-pop idols and K-drama actors must follow this rule. Recently, during a fan meeting in Japan, SEVENTEEN’s leader S. Coups shared details about his members’ military enlistment, the group’s upcoming hiatus, and when they will reunite. His words have left fans with mixed and bittersweet emotions. Read on to know all about it.
On May 13, SEVENTEEN held fan meetings in Japan. It took place at the Tokyo Dome on May 13 and 14 and more shows will take place on May 23 and 24 at Kyocera Dome in Osaka.
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🍒: honestly, i didn’t know that i’d be able to meet carats as a group after the new_ tour. i’m really happy to have this opportunity to have this fanmeeting. after this fanmeeting and…
— ss. (@scoupshot) May 13, 2026
At the event, leader S. Coups opened up about the group’s plans. He said that after these fan meetings and their 10th anniversary event, the group will go on a hiatus. This break will last until all members finish their mandatory duties and return together as thirteen. S. Coups promised to work hard during this time to keep fans happy and engaged.
The leader himself does not have to serve in the military. He received an exemption because of a serious knee injury. After surgery on his left knee, doctors placed him in Grade 5, which will let him stay active with the group while others go to fulfil their service.
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Even though the coming days will be quiet, fans aren’t going anywhere. They will wait for the day SEVENTEEN returns as a full team. They are looking at this break as a necessary step for the members to complete their national duties. Many believe the group will come back even stronger and continue to share happiness with their music. Carats are sending heartfelt wishes for the members to stay safe, healthy, and happy while they are apart.
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First Published: May 14, 2026 12:25 PMFAQs
Who is enlisted in the military from SEVENTEEN now?
Currently serving are Jeonghan, who is expected to be discharged in June 2026; Wonwoo; Woozi; and Hoshi.
Who will not go to the military like foreign members?
Four members are exempt: S. Coups (due to knee injury), Joshua (American citizen), Jun (Chinese citizen), and The8 (Chinese citizen).
Seventeen's latest album?
Their latest album is Happy Burstday, released in May 2025 as their 5th studio album and 10th anniversary release.
When will SEVENTEEN reunite as 13 members?
The group is expected to fully reunite in 2028 once all members complete their military service.
