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Korean actors Song Kang, Kim Min-kyu enlist in the military

Published Apr 2, 2024 05:59 am

Korean actors Song Kang and Kim Min-kyu enlisted in the military as active duty soldiers to fulfill their mandatory duty. 

Kim Min-kyu, 29, entered a military camp on April 1, April Fools’ Day. Before this, he posted photos on his Instagram account. 

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Korean actor Kim Min-kyu (left) and Song Kang sporting short haircuts before enlisting in the military (Instagram)

“I’ll be back safely,” said Kim Min-kyu along with photos showing him with short hair as required in the military. 

He debuted in 2013 drama “Monstar” and starred in "Business Proposal," "Snowdrop," "Perfume," "So I Married the Anti-fan" and "The Heavenly Idol." 

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Korean actor Kim Min-kyu (Instagram)

His agency, Companion Company, earlier announced that “no separate official events will be held on the day of entry to the training center. Please understand that the entry will be held privately to prevent safety accidents due to on-site congestion.”

Kim Min-kyu will serve as an active duty soldier for 18 months and will be discharged on Sept. 30, 2025. 

Meanwhile, actor Song Kang, 29, enlisted in the military on April 2. He also uploaded photos showing him with short hair on Instagram before he enlisted. 

On April 1, Song Kang, who starred in the dramas "Love Alarm," "Sweet Home," "Forecasting Love and Weather" and "My Demon," left a letter on his fan cafe. 

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Korean actor Song Kang (Instagram)

"I'm finally going (to the military). Songpyeons [fandom name] who have loved me since my debut in 2017! I think I am who I am now because of you all. These days, many memories and time are passing by like a lantern,” he said, according to Dispatch. 

He added, "I write a gratitude diary before I go to bed. There are a lot of things that I'm thankful for, because of my Songpyeons. Thank you for filling my 20s with meaningful times, such as birthdays and fan meetings."

"I won't be by your side for a little while, but time comes back quickly. Then, I'll see you again in person with a grateful and healthy heart. I'll see you in a happier state. I want to learn a new language. I will not let the one and a half years go to waste. I hope that my Songpyeons will also have a meaningful time, such as 'finding myself.’ We will always think of each other, and I will always be there. I will return healthily, safely, and happily. I love you. Always,” he said. 

Song Kang will also serve as an active duty soldier for 18 months and will be discharged on Oct. 1, 2025. 

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