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NCT’s Jaehyun set for military discharge on May 3: 'Felt like forever' fans say

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Kpop Boy Bands Always
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May 1, 2026
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Summary

NCT 127's Jaehyun is scheduled for military discharge on May 3, marking a significant milestone for the group's post-enlistment era. The discussion covers his service in the Republic of Korea Army Military Band and the impact of member enlistments on NCT's subunit activities.

Topics

  • NCT 127
  • Jaehyun
  • K-pop
  • SM Entertainment
  • Military Service
  • Taeyong
  • South Korea
  • NCTzens

Highlights

  • Main idea: Jaehyun's discharge on May 3 marks the return of a key member following his 18-month service in the military band
  • Context: Jaehyun is the second NCT member to enlist, following leader Taeyong, who has already completed his duties
  • Practical takeaway: Non-Korean members like Johnny, Yuta, and Taeyong are exempt from South Korean military service requirements
  • Group impact: The group is currently in a transition phase with several members expected to enlist in the coming year
  • Fan sentiment: NCTzens are actively counting down the days until Jaehyun's return, expressing high anticipation

Chapters

  1. 0:00 Jaehyun's Return Date: Details regarding Jaehyun's scheduled discharge on May 3 and his enlistment history.
  2. 1:00 Military Band Service: An overview of Jaehyun's assignment to the Republic of Korea Army Military Band and SM Entertainment's management of enlistment events.
  3. 2:00 The Post-Enlistment Era: Analyzing Taeyong's return as a turning point for NCT and the current state of the group's lineup.
  4. 4:00 Exemptions and Global Members: Discussion on how nationality affects military obligations for members like Johnny, Yuta, and Mark.
  5. 5:00 Fan Anticipation: Exploring the intense excitement and countdowns happening within the NCTzen fandom.
  6. 7:00 Upcoming News: 10's Contract: A preview of the next episode regarding 10's departure from SM Entertainment.