Fans Wonder if V Has Reached the Rank of Corporal in South Korean Military

BTS member V—real name Kim Taehyung—has sparked excitement among his fans after being spotted at a recent military orchestra event. Dressed in his military uniform and wearing a white mask, V’s appearance has set off a wave of speculation about his possible promotion to the rank of Corporal. This came after eagle-eyed fans noticed the insignia on his uniform, which displayed three black stripes—the rank badge associated with Corporal in the South Korean military.

Fans Speculate Over Possible Promotion

V is currently serving his mandatory military service and has been mostly out of the public eye since his enlistment. However, fans are always keen to catch glimpses of him during his military activities. At the orchestra event, held in the military setting, the distinctive three-striped insignia on his uniform did not go unnoticed, leading many to believe that V may have already been promoted to Corporal.

Promotion to Corporal is typically based on months of service and military performance, and V would have been eligible for the rank around August 2024, according to standard promotion schedules. If the speculation proves accurate, V’s next and final promotion within his service would be to Sergeant, which requires four black stripes. His possible promotion has fans eagerly discussing the milestone as they continue to count down the days until BTS reunites after fulfilling their service obligations.

V’s Military Journey

V began his military service in December 2023, joining fellow BTS members RM, Jimin, and Jungkook in fulfilling their mandatory enlistment duties. On November 22, 2023, BIGHIT Entertainment officially announced their enlistment dates. V entered service on December 11, 2023, undergoing an extended period of elite training alongside RM. Upon completion, he was assigned to the Ssangyong Unit of the 2nd Corps on February 8, 2024. V has been serving under the Special Task Force of the Military Police Corps ever since.

While V has kept a low profile during his service, his occasional appearances have caused major buzz among ARMYs, who eagerly track his activities. The sight of V attending an orchestra performance within the military was a rare treat for his fans, many of whom were thrilled to see him actively participating in cultural and community events during his enlistment.

No Official Confirmation Yet

As of now, neither the South Korean military nor BIGHIT MUSIC has officially confirmed V’s promotion to Corporal. However, the image of him at the orchestra event, coupled with the timeline of his military service, aligns with when such a promotion would occur. Fans continue to share their excitement over this potential achievement, with many taking to social media to express their pride in V’s progress during his service.

Though still unconfirmed, the possibility of V’s promotion has only added to the anticipation for his return to civilian life. As his service continues, ARMYs are looking forward to the day when V and the rest of BTS will once again reunite on stage, performing together after completing their military duties.

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