“Others wait until their 30s…”
Koreaboo
A rookie 5th-generation idol is gaining unexpected viral attention after it was revealed that he has already completed his mandatory military service.
The news surprised many netizens who assumed he was too young to have served.
The idol in question is Jeongwoo from rookie boy group AHOF, born in 2001.
According to a now-viral post on TheQoo, Jeongwoo had already finished his military duties by the time he appeared on Universe League, the survival show where he first gained public recognition and helped him become part of the new boy group.
Despite his youthful and soft appearance, fans were shocked to learn he is already a discharged soldier — something almost unheard of for idols his age.
I received this tip a while ago, but I think it’s fine to post it now~!
It wasn’t mentioned on the show, but Jeongwoo has also completed his military service T…T That makes me so happy…
— Fan via X (formerly Twitter)
Many praised Jeongwoo for choosing to fulfill his service early, avoiding the common mid-career hiatus that most male idols face. They also admired his decision to live a “normal” life before debuting, attending university and completing his enlistment before stepping into the entertainment industry.
Posts about him have since gone viral across Korean forums, with fans calling him “a well-prepared man” who seized his opportunity when it arrived. The fact that he won’t have to take a break for enlistment has made fans even more supportive of his future activities.
- “Wow, he must feel fearless now. So dependable.”
- “Since he served early, debuting a bit later isn’t a problem… that’s a total win.”
- “He’s really good-looking.”
- “He has that actor vibe.”
- “He basically went when others wait until their 30s lol. I’d love to see him act later on.”