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News18
11 hours ago
- Entertainment
- News18
BTS Military Discharge LIVE Updates: RM And V To Be Out Any Moment Now; Gates Open
BTS' RM, V Military Discharge LIVE Updates: BTS members RM and V are officially set to be discharged from South Korea's military service today, June 10, at 9am KST (5:30am IST). This moment marks a significant milestone for the global fanbase, ARMY, as the group inches closer to a full seven-member reunion. When Did BTS' RM and V Begin Mandatory Military Duty? RM (real name Kim Namjoon) and V (real name Kim Taehyung) both enlisted in December 2023. While RM served in the military band under the 15th Infantry Division in Hwacheon, V opted for a more rigorous path, enlisting in the Special Duty Team (SDT) of the 2nd Corps Military Police Unit in Chuncheon. Ahead of his official discharge, RM took to social media to post a celebratory collage of photos in uniform, captioned: 'I'm discharged from the military.' His expression was a mix of pride and excitement, instantly resonating with fans worldwide who flooded his post with congratulatory messages. Namjoon on IG !! 🐨 : I'm discharged from the military, end. — K⁷ | HOME (@tksovers) June 9, 2025 V's Surprise Meeting With Song Kang and Park Chan-wook A day before his discharge, V surprised fans by posting a carousel of daily life images on his social media. Among them were candid snaps with actor Song Kang and internationally renowned filmmaker Park Chan-wook. The photos immediately sent fans and media into a frenzy, speculating about a potential acting or cinematic collaboration. Given V's acting background – he starred in the K-drama Hwarang and appeared in IU's music video – his meeting with the Oldboy and Decision to Leave director has stirred expectations for a major acting debut. However, no official announcement has been made yet. Big Hit Music Urges Fans to Celebrate Safely Big Hit Music had earlier issued a statement on their fan platform urging fans not to visit the military base due to safety and space concerns. 'No separate official events will be held on the day of discharge,' the agency reiterated, requesting ARMY to support the members virtually. Despite the absence of in-person celebrations, social media platforms lit up with hashtags like #WelcomeBackNamjoon and #WelcomeBackTaehyung trending globally. Fans shared art, video edits, and heartfelt messages across X (formerly Twitter), Instagram, and Weverse. When Will the Remaining BTS Members Be Discharged? With RM and V now officially discharged, the next BTS members expected to return are Jimin and Jungkook, both of whom will be released from duty on June 11, 2025—just a day after RM and V. Meanwhile, SUGA (Min Yoongi), who is serving as a public service worker due to health reasons, will be discharged on June 21. Earlier this year, J-Hope and Jin, who had enlisted before the others, completed their service, making RM and V the fifth and sixth members to return to civilian life. BTS Festa 2025 and the Group's Anticipated Reunion Excitement around the 2025 BTS FESTA, scheduled for June 13 at KINTEX, Goyang, is already at an all-time high. While Big Hit has yet to confirm if the recently discharged members will attend, fans are hopeful that this year's FESTA will be the first step towards the full group performing or appearing together publicly again. Adding to the buzz, J-Hope is set to hold a solo encore concert at Goyang Stadium on the same day, making June 13 one of the most anticipated dates for ARMY this year.
News18
18 hours ago
- Entertainment
- News18
BTS' V Drops Pics With Song Kang, Park Chan-Wook Ahead Of Military Discharge; ARMY Thrilled
Last Updated: The unexpected meeting quickly caught the attention of fans and media alike, raising speculation about a potential acting or cinematic project involving V. As BTS member V prepares to complete his military service on June 10, he's already making waves with a surprise meetup that has sparked rumors of an exciting collaboration. A day before his discharge, V, whose real name is Kim Taehyung, shared a carousel of daily life photos on his personal social media account, and among them were snapshots with actor Song Kang and renowned film director Park Chan-wook. The unexpected meeting quickly caught the attention of fans and media alike, raising speculation about a potential acting or cinematic project involving V. While no official announcement has been made, fans are especially curious given V's past involvement in the entertainment space beyond music. He previously appeared in IU's music video and made his acting debut in the historical K-drama Hwarang. His meeting with Park Chan-wook, the acclaimed filmmaker behind Oldboy and Decision to Leave, only heightened curiosity. In one of the shared photos, V posed with Song Kang, showing off his muscular arms and playful energy. He captioned it with a cheeky message: 'I hope you're doing well," directed at Song. A video clip accompanied the photos, showing more glimpses of their relaxed hangout. V isn't the only member returning to the spotlight. On June 10, RM will also be discharged, followed by Jungkook and Jimin on June 11, and Suga on June 21. With Jin already out and J-Hope discharged earlier, all seven members will finally be free to reunite as BTS, a moment fans across the globe have been waiting for. Meanwhile, fans of V are marking his return with heartwarming philanthropic gestures. Fanbases from around the world have donated to causes in honor of his service completion. 'THV GIRLS GIVE' contributed $2,000 to the Human Rights Campaign to support Pride Month. In Bangladesh, the fanbase 'BTS V BANGLADESH' donated to SOS Children's Villages. Malaysian fans also joined in, with 'Taehyung Malaysia' donating to Generasi Gemilang and Dignity for Children Foundation. THV GIRLS GIVE has started our celebration of Taehyung's Military Discharge and Pride Month with a $2,000 donation to the Human Rights Campaign 🏳️🌈🏳️⚧️ #THVGIRLSGIVE — TAEHYUNG TUESDAY (@taehyungtuesday) June 1, 2025 ???????????? ???? ???????????????? ✨To celebrate Kim Taehyung's military discharge, we've donated to SOS Children's Villages Bangladesh, a non-profit organization that supports vulnerable children and families with care, education, and family-based support. — BTS V BANGLADESH🇧🇩 (@BTSV_BD) June 8, 2025 With his discharge just around the corner and the possibility of new projects brewing, V's return is already shaping up to be as impactful off-screen as it may soon be on-screen. First Published: June 09, 2025, 21:15 IST
Time of India
19 hours ago
- Entertainment
- Time of India
BTS' V's military discharge: From movie with Park Chan Wook to Squid Game 3, Kim Taehyung's rumoured acting comeback sparks buzz
In the final few hours before officially wrapping up his military service, BTS's V, whose real name is Kim Taehyung, decided to post something on Instagram that, at first glance, looked like nothing more than a peaceful dinner with good wine and warm lighting—but the second fans spotted who he was dining with, the speculations went wild. Sitting across from him was none other than Park Chan Wook, the director known for films like Oldboy , The Handmaiden , and Decision to Leave . The timing of the post, paired with the company he was keeping, was enough to send fans into a frenzy. With V finally stepping out of uniform and back into the public eye, people can't help but wonder if this quiet dinner was also hinting at his long-awaited return to acting amid buzz that he'd be making a cameo in Squid Game Season 3. V drops new picture with Park Chan Wook V dropped multiple photos ahead of his military discharge, but what the internet is truly talking about is the one he shared with Park Chan Wook. Posted with no caption, V was seen engrossed in the company of one of Korea's most legendary directors, sharing a quiet meal like it's the most normal thing in the world. And while it may have been just a friendly catch-up between two individuals, considering how selective Park Chan Wook is with his projects and V's pursuit of creativity, it's hard not to picture a collaboration of the creative powerhouses. Credit: Instagram BTS' V's past acting credits When it comes to acting, V hasn't exactly flooded his resume but the few moments he has taken on the screen have definitely stuck with fans. His most notable role was back in 2016, when he played the wide-eyed and loyal Hansung in the historical K-drama Hwarang: The Poet Warrior Youth, a role that felt like an extension of his gentle off-stage persona at the time. Since then, he's stayed mostly focused on music, but in 2023, just before his military service, he made a striking return to the screen through IU's short film-style music video Love Wins All. That appearance, though brief, had fans praising his natural expressions and emotional depth, reminding everyone that there's a quiet intensity to Taehyung's presence that translates beautifully on camera. Is Squid Game season 3 next? Timing has fans connecting dots At the same time, there's been rumours tying V to the upcoming and final season of Squid Game . Nothing official has been said, but the fan theories are stacking up in a way that's hard to dismiss. For starters, V has openly shown his love for the series in the past, and his close friendship with lead actor Lee Jung Jae only adds fuel to the fire. Add to that his recent hangouts with Squid Game cast member Im Si Wan, and the speculation starts to feel a little less far-fetched. For the unversed, V is scheduled to be discharged on June 10, while Squid Game Season 3 premieres on Netflix on June 27.
Mint
3 days ago
- Entertainment
- Mint
'Oldboy' star Choi Min-sik returns to TV in Netflix drama ‘Noted from the Last Row'
Veteran actor Choi Min-sik, best known for his unforgettable roles in 'Oldboy,' 'I Saw The Devil,' 'Lucy,' and more recently 'Exhuma', is set to return to the small screen in Netflix's upcoming Korean drama 'Noted from the Last Row'. The series will mark another major project for the acclaimed actor, bringing his talents back to television after a focus on film in recent years. In this new series, Choi will play Heo Moon-oh, a once-promising writer who failed to live up to expectations and now teaches literature. His life takes a strange turn when he becomes deeply fascinated by the writing of a quiet student, Lee Kang, who always sits in the last row of his classroom. Choi Hyun-wook (best known from 'DP', 'Twinkling Watermelon') will play Lee Kang, while Huh Joon-ho ('Bloodhounds', 'Mercy For None') takes on the role of Moon-oh's friend, Kim Su-hun — a successful writer. Kim Yun-jin, well known to global audiences from the American series 'Lost', will portray Ahn Eun-joo, Su-hun's wife. Jin Kyung ('Dr Romantic') joins the cast as Jo Hyeon-suk, Moon-oh's wife and psychologist. 'Noted from the Last Row' is based on the Spanish play by Juan Mayorga, which was previously adapted into the French film 'In the House' by François Ozon. The Korean adaptation is being helmed by director Kim Gyu-tae ('Our Blues', 'The Trunk') and written by Jang Myung-woo ('My Mother, the Mermaid'). The series promises a layered story about obsession, genius, and ambition — all told through the lens of Choi Min-sik's powerful performance.
The Sun
03-06-2025
- Entertainment
- The Sun
Criminal minds
DISNEY+ continues to cement its place as a hub for quality K-dramas with Nine Puzzles, a gripping psychological crime series directed by Yoon Jong-bin and penned by Lee Eun-mi. This 11-episode thriller packages emotional trauma, criminal profiling and unresolved mysteries into a layered narrative that keeps viewers guessing. At the centre of the story is Yoon E-na, played with haunting intensity by Kim Da-mi. As a teenager, E-na stumbled upon the lifeless body of her beloved uncle with a single puzzle piece ominously left at the crime scene. Although the case never led to charges, E-na became the prime suspect in the eyes of detective Kim Han-saem (Son Suk-ku). The stigma stuck and the case went cold but the emotional scars remained. Years later, E-na has transformed into a profiler for the Seoul Metropolitan Police Agency, working to understand the minds of criminals while struggling with her own unresolved trauma. When a new murder emerges with disturbingly similar characteristics to her uncle's case, E-na is forced to reopen old wounds. She is also made to partner with Han-saem, the very man who once believed she was a killer. Their dynamic is at the core of the drama. Da-mi portrays E-na with restrained fury and calculated calm, while Son delivers a subtle performance as a detective grappling with guilt, doubt and professional duty. Their uneasy alliance is less about redemption and more about recognition of each other's pain and shared obsession with the truth. Visually, Nine Puzzles leans into darkness. Jong-bin's direction favours long silences, dim lighting and slow reveals, crafting an atmosphere that is as unsettling as it is intriguing. Composer Jo Yeong-wook, known for his work on Oldboy and The Handmaiden, heightens the mood with a chilling score that creeps in at the right moments. The pacing is slow in the first few episodes, but purposefully so. Each scene, line of dialogue and expression is loaded with significance. What might feel like a lull is actually the show laying down the emotional groundwork for the twists and turns that follow. Viewers who stick with it will find themselves rewarded with a thriller that values psychological realism over flashy dramatics. Supporting performances from Kim Sung-kyun and Hyeon Bong-sik add balance and weight to the cast, helping ground the series in procedural reality while E-na and Han-saem pursue a more personal kind of justice. With just enough questions answered and more still unresolved, the first half sets the stage for an intense escalation. Nine Puzzles is now streaming on Disney+. The final two episodes will air this Wednesday. DIRECTOR: Yoon Jong-bin CAST: Kim Da-mi, Son Suk-ku, Kim Sung-kyun, Hyeon Bong-sik E-VALUE: 7 PLOT: 7 ACTING: 8
