”NCT” and ”SEVENTEEN” leave the ”complete group” and ”BTS” and ”EXO” return... The baton handover of the ”military white period” of top idols begins

Two top boy bands who have completed their military service hiatus have teased their comeback, causing a stir in the music industry. They are aiming to release new albums early next year.
This is the story of BTS and EXO, who are accelerating preparations for their comeback. ◇ Anticipation for their comeback is rising as they perform a collaborative stage at a fan concert.
The first group to tease their comeback is the global idol group BTS. BTS will be "completely" returning to the group after their oldest member, JIN, enlists in the military in November 2022.
The following year, J-Hope, RM, V, Jimin, and Jung Kook enlisted in the military one after another, and Suga began his alternative service as a public service worker.
However, they also decided to put an end to their individual activities. The seven members of "BTS" completed all of their national defense duties in June and completed their long "military white period." After that, they quickly
The group has excited fans around the world by announcing that they will soon begin preparations for a new album and tour as a complete group.
"Because it's an album, I think all the members' thoughts will be put into it. We will work on it by going back to our roots," he said. Interest in BTS' comeback has been growing recently as they are currently working on their biggest album to date.
The news of BTS preparing for a world tour has once again raised the stakes. The American news agency Bloomberg cited industry sources as saying that BTS is
After releasing their comeback album in March next year, they will embark on a new world tour, covering around the world and performing around 65 shows.
Bloomberg also reported that over 30 shows are scheduled to be held in North America during the tour.
Citing the collected figures, the article pointed out that BTS earned about $300 million (about 430.4 billion won) from their concert activities alone from 2015 to 2022, and announced the news of their comeback.
Among them, JIN held an Exclusive Fan Event at the main stadium of Incheon Munhak Stadium in Michuhol-gu, Incheon for two days on the 31st of last month and November 1st.
J-HOPE, JUNG KOOK, JIMIN, and V made a surprise appearance at the concert, further realizing that BTS' comeback is approaching.
UNG KOOK performed on the first day, and JIMIN and V performed on the second day, along with JIN, thrilling the fans who filled the auditorium.
It was also announced that season 2 of KOOK's travel variety show "Are You Sure?!" will be released on Disney+.
The program, which will be released in two episodes every Wednesday, is expected to further build excitement as BTS' comeback approaches.
◇ EXO, who was with them during the "Ekubangwon" (EXO + BTS + WANNA ONE) era, is back.
What's interesting is that in this atmosphere, news of EXO's comeback was also announced. EXO will be performing at Incho for two days from December 13th to 14th.
They will hold a fan meeting called "EXO'verse" at the Inspire Arena in Jung-gu. After reuniting with their fans at the fan meeting, they will hold a fan meeting in the first quarter of next year.
During this period, they will release a new full-length album and begin their comeback activities. EXO has gained explosive popularity since their debut in 2012, and since the following year, they have produced numerous million-selling albums.
This breathed new life into the stagnant music market. They also have a deep connection with "BTS," who debuted in 2013 and were active at the same time. While "EXO" continued to surge in popularity, "BTS"
When "Wanna One" became popular and the debut team of "Produce 101" Season 2 started to make waves, the so-called "Ekbangwon" was coined.
The ad was created to convey that the two groups "EXO," "BTS," and "WANNA ONE" were dominating the music industry.
Among the members of "EXO," XIUMIN was the first to enlist in May 2019. Kai was the last to enlist.
The time is May 2023. Unlike "BTS," each member did not enlist at the same time, and it took a considerable amount of time for them to fully complete their "military service." "EXO" was replaced by SEHUN in September.
After completing their military service, all members have fulfilled their national defense obligations and become a "gunpil" (discharged) group.
"EXO" is a group that has been in the midst of a "military white period" and occasionally gathers members who are able to perform.
, released a new album. The group's last album was their 7th album "EXIST" released in July 2023.
Six members, SUHO, CHANYEOL, DO, KAI, SEHUN, and LAY, were with the group. Among the members, CHEN, BAEKHYUN, and XIUMIN are with SM Entertainment.
The group is currently in a legal dispute over the settlement amount, making it difficult for them to participate in activities. It is of interest whether the two sides can overcome the conflict and realize EXO's comeback as a complete group.
The resumption of group activities by BTS and EXO, who have left a significant mark on the music industry, is highly symbolic.
The members of the next generation of top boy groups, such as 127 and SEVENTEEN, are in the midst of their military careers and are feeling dissatisfied with the fact that it has become difficult for them to promote as a complete group.
This is good news that will comfort those who are feeling down. Among the members of "NCT 127," Tae Yeon and Jaehyun have enlisted, and Do Yeong and Jungwoo will begin their military service next month.
Among the members of "Kim Hyun-soo," JEONGHAN, WONWOO, WOOZI, and HOSHI are fulfilling their national defense duties.
Popular culture critic Shim Jaegol said, "It's already been more than 10 years.
"The fact that rival groups that surpass each other are releasing new albums at the same time is enough to make music fans excited," said Lee SHOO, adding, "Both BTS and EXO are still
As they have such a huge influence, every little move, including the direction of their new song, will continue to garner passionate interest that transcends borders and generations."