Melodys, or fans of BTOB, are celebrating as Son Eunkwang has been discharged from the military today, April 7.
Seo Eunkwang was released as a sergeant after finishing his mandatory military service and as an active member of the Armed forces of South Korea. It was in August 2018 when he enlisted as part of his obligation as a male citizen of his country. Recently, he took a leave of absence on his final year and did not return to prevent the spread of the current health threat, COVID-19 pandemic.
Eunkwang is the first BTOB member to fulfill his military duties. As of the moment, other members of the band are on their official duties. Lee Min-hyuk is a mandatory police officer, while Lee Chang-sub is an active army officer. Sungjae, who is currently busy with his career, had earlier expressed his plans to enlist in the military.
With this news, his fans took to Twitter and other social media platforms to express their happiness. It has been a long drought for them, and the time has arrived for them to witness their beloved K-pop idol.
The BTOB vocalist expressed his joy, knowing that he has finally set his out of the military. "Thanks to Melody who waited and cheered me. It feels like I'm starting a second life, like being born again. It's a little scary to go back to society after hiatus for two years, but being able to sing to many people gives me happiness. I love you all," he said.
Here are some of the posts shared by his fans.
"Never deny it, Eunkwang may not be your bias but you cherished him in an unexplainable way."
"My baby eunkwang is got released? It's truly a win for us!
"rise and shine, we have 5tob again!! (at least for a short time haha)"
"Happiness means seeing this omg!"
"I can't believe I installed a countdown for eunkwang then changsub and minhyuk follow it's 1 down in 7, 5 to go *peniel is exempted 3 is still not enlisting 2 is will comeback next year #내사람_은광아_보고싶었어 #OurSilverLightIsBack"
Seo Eunkwang, the leader of the K-pop vocal group BTOB, graduated with a major in practical music. Thus, it served him an edge to conquer the music stage. Since his debut in 2012, he continuously moved forward with different musical projects, such as varied music albums. He was also active in several TV appearances along those years.
Meanwhile, Eunkwang expressed his desire to continue his career in the K-pop industry after his discharge.
