Gallup Korea Poll Showed 6 Out of 10 Koreans Believe Famous Artists Like BTS Who Bring National Prestige Should Receive Military Service Exceptions

Over the years, the achievements that BTS has achieved are not only trophies and reputation for group only, but also bring significant values ​​to the Korean economy and society. That's why when being surveyed about their enlistment, many people believe that BTS deserves an exception from military service.

Only one week left until the end of April and this is also the time when BTS's enlistment issue gets the most attention. Because before that, the National Assembly gave information that they will make a conclusion on whether or not BTS will be exempt from military service or replace military service with another form.

In the interest of the public, Gallup Korea - a prestigious Korean survey site surveyed 1,004 Korean citizens aged 18 and over from April 5 to April 7, 2022. conducted by telephone investigators with random dialing (RDD).

Participants were asked whether famous artists like BTS should be included in the system of exemptions or substitutes for military service for citizens who have contributed to the promotion of national prestige. According to the results, 59% voted in favor of the exceptions while 33% voted against, 8% abstained. It was also found that opinions about famous artists being exempted from military service did not differ depending on the political party or political ideology supported.

Dispatch Korea recently revealed a total of 72,523 South Korean men have done their rotational military service from 2015 to 2019. If famous artists receive the same military service exception as those of formerly exempt citizens, they will enlist as "art-sports service agents" and work in their specialty to finish their military service after receiving basic military training.

Many K-netizens also realize how the brand value of BTS can help promote a strong Korean economy and bring cultural values ​​to the world over the years. BTS has brought outstanding fame as well as outstanding achievements not only to the Kpop music industry but also to Korea. Many also assess that what they have achieved can be ranked on par with national athletes who have won Olympic medals. However, in the National Assembly of Korea, there are still many different opinions and so far it is still difficult to resolve.

In just half a year, Jin will turn 30 and according to the Korean government regulations, he will be the first member of BTS to do military service. Regardless of the final decision of the National Assembly, let's support the boys wholeheartedly!