SEVENTEEN Announces Military Enlistment Plans and New Subunit V8
SEVENTEEN's Military Enlistment Update
SEVENTEEN has provided a significant update regarding their military enlistment schedule. Members Mingyu, DK, Seungkwan, Vernon, and Dino are slated to begin their military service in the latter half of this year. This announcement signifies the onset of the final stage of the group's military hiatus, as the remaining members prepare to meet South Korea's compulsory service obligations. Although full-group activities will be temporarily halted, SEVENTEEN is anticipated to reunite as OT13, with a complete comeback expected in 2028 after all members finish their military duties. Fans have taken to social media to express their reactions to this news.
Details on Military Enlistment
Military Enlistment Confirmation
During a recent episode of their show with Na PD, titled God of Communication, SEVENTEEN officially confirmed that Mingyu, DK, Seungkwan, Vernon, and Dino will enlist in the military in the second half of 2026. Once all members have completed their mandatory service, the group is expected to reunite as OT13 and make a full-group return in 2028.
[INFO] During the latest episode of their show with Na PD, "God of Communication," SEVENTEEN officially confirmed that #MINGYU, #DOKYEOM, #SEUNGKWAN, #VERNON and #DINO will be enlisting in the military in the second half of this year. With the remaining five members set to begin… pic.twitter.com/Vamntjtxox
— Worldwide Carats (@WorldwideCarats) May 29, 2026
Fans, known as Carats, have expressed their thoughts on social media, with some questioning why Vernon is enlisting, given his American background. Many are eagerly anticipating the 2028 reunion, while others feel this marks the end of an era.
Current Status of Other Members
Current Enlistment Status
Meanwhile, members Jeonghan, Wonwoo, Woozi, and Hoshi have already begun their military service, with others expected to follow suit soon.
About SEVENTEEN
Overview of SEVENTEEN
SEVENTEEN is a renowned South Korean boy band that has gained global popularity. Despite its name, the group consists of 13 members organized into three sub-units: Hip-Hop Team, Vocal Team, and Performance Team. The name represents 13 members plus 3 units, culminating in 1 team. Since their debut on May 26, 2015, SEVENTEEN has been recognized as a self-producing idol group, with members actively involved in songwriting, music production, and choreography. The group includes S.Coups, Jeonghan, Joshua, Jun, Hoshi, Wonwoo, Woozi, DK, Mingyu, The8, Seungkwan, Vernon, and Dino.
New Subunit Announcement
Introduction of Subunit V8
SEVENTEEN is expanding its universe of subunits with the announcement of V8, a new duo featuring Vernon and The8. This was officially revealed by PLEDIS Entertainment on May 28, with their debut album set to release on June 29. The name V8 combines Vernon’s initial and The8’s stage name, symbolizing the power and energy of a V8 engine. Ahead of their debut, the duo has already generated excitement among fans through the interactive V8 HUNT campaign, hinting at a new musical direction and dynamic performances.