BTS was criticized for delaying enlistment, a former soldier explained with 6 reasons why fans were aroused

The topic related to BTS has never stopped being hot, every statement surrounding this boy group has received the attention of fans.

After announcing the postponement of military service until the age of 30, BTS members received a lot of hate from the audience. The wave of boycotting this group is stronger than ever. But recently, a former soldier spoke out "vindicating" the members.

BTS is one of the most influential Korean stars today, when the group approaches the age of 30, the issue of the members' military service becomes a concern of both netizens and politicians. ruler. Most recently, all BTS members have applied to postpone their military service until the age of 30. Under current law, popular culture artists are allowed to postpone enlistment until the age of 30, provided that the individual is awarded a medal by the Minister of Culture, Sports and Tourism.

The fact that BTS submitted an application to postpone military service made people constantly arguing, even BTS was criticized even though it was completely legal. At this time, a former soldier analyzed 6 reasons with the hope that the National Assembly would extend the Military Service Exemption Act for pop culture artists like BTS. This former soldier's analysis made the whole Korea wave because it was so convincing.

1. The current Military Immunity Act was enacted in 1973. At that time, the promotion of national status and dignity was of greater importance in society, and social standards were different from those of the day. now. This led to the need to change the standards to match 2021. For example, the current law allows exemptions for those who win first or second place at the "International Dance Competition" Seoul" and many other international competitions. There are people who are exempt from mandatory military service but the public really doesn't know who they are or what they did.

2. Many people believe that for the sake of fairness, the exemption from military service should be completely eliminated. However, I oppose this stance because the underlying motive of the law is to prevent talented people from leaving Korea for another country just to not enlist. Anyone would wonder what the winners do to elevate the nation by winning some international competition, but no one questions the Olympic medalists. What I am saying is that the standard should be reset to reflect the new social situation.

3. Laws are not absolute. We enacted that law in the first place, so why can't we amend the existing law?

4. BTS has done a lot to increase the influence of Korean culture. Pop culture is the No. 1 factor affecting a country's image according to a survey among expats in 2019. As many as 38.2% of respondents answered that pop culture has a great impact. Regarding the image of Korea, only 3.1% of people choose sports and 1.5% choose pure art. I think prejudice against idols has prevented discussions in the National Assembly.

5. Fans think that other entertainment companies are also taking advantage of BTS' influence to pass an exemption law. But this is only half true. Do you think other companies are lobbying for BTS's exemption from their obligations independently? Big Hit cannot publicly state that they are in favor of amending this act, and BTS has always responded that they will fulfill their obligations when called upon.

6. Of course, there are a number of barriers that prevent the Act from being amended. Older generations may have prejudice against the idol world, and most men are indifferent to the law... Extending immunity to a few famous artists is not the main reason. core of reducing the number of troops. This is due to the low birth rate and must be addressed by a different Government policy.

Up until now, the issue of military service exemption for BTS has always been a hot topic. BTS has achieved unprecedented achievements in Korean music history such as being nominated for a Grammy and topping the Billboard Hot 100. By law, pop culture artists are allowed to postpone enlistment until the age of 30. with the condition that the individual must be awarded a medal by the Minister of Culture, Sports and Tourism.

BTS has been awarded the Medal of Culture since 2018, so they are eligible to postpone their enlistment, but there are still countless objections. Even the Korea Music Content Association (KMCA) and 26 entertainment companies have filed a protest against this bill to delay enlistment, including SM, YG, JYP Entertainment and Pledis Entertainment. Although this alliance asserts that this move is to contribute to the development of K-pop and enhance national prestige, there are also many viewers who think that this is an action against BTS.

South Korea is known for its strict military system. It is also considered as one of the countries with the most draconian conscription in the world. But in recent years, the phenomenon of some male idols suddenly signing up for military service after being denounced has made fans angry.

Singer Yoo Seung Joon (also known as Steve Yoo) is considered a stain of Korean showbiz. In 2002, as soon as the enlistment order was issued, the singer born in 1976 tried to deny his Korean citizenship to become an American citizen. The incident caused him to be permanently banned from entering Korea.

Rapper, MC Mong (real name Shin Dong Hyun) also disappointed the public in this country when he delayed his military service seven times (1999-2006). The reason he gave was to tour abroad, practice, get injured... Even in 2010, he purposely pulled out 12 molars to be knocked out.

Actor Park Hae Jin and many other actors were criticized for errors like Song Seung Hun. Psy - the owner of the hit "Gangnam Style" - is also miserable because of many times he evaded his service.

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