South Korean actor and rapper Kim Min Jae has announced that he is enlisting in the military soon by penning a heartfelt letter to his fans.
Nyam Nyam Entertainment, Kim’s agency, also confirmed that the actor will begin to fulfill his mandatory service on September 18. The label didn’t provide the exact details on where the actor will enlist, but instead asked for fans’ unwavering love and support until the actor’s return.
On his official fan cafe, the Dr. Romantic star also shared his sentiments about his upcoming service. “I am heading into the army band, and the thought of not seeing you all for a while fills me with sadness and regret. However, I am also excited and grateful for the new experiences and growth that my military life will surely bring, he added.
Kim Min Jae will enlist into the army on September 18 and serve as an active-duty soldier
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— The Seoul Story (@theseoulstory) September 6, 2023
Then the actor gratefully concluded his message with a promise to his fans. “Thank you for the caring thoughts and concerns, I won’t forget it. I’ll return as a stronger and more enriched individual, and I’ll make sure to repay your love as actor Kim Min Jae,” he declared.
The announcement served as a confirmation of fans’ speculations that his enlistment date was fast approaching. Earlier in 2023, Kim announced that Dr. Romantic 3 would be his last project for the time being. Additionally, Han Suk Kyu, the actor’s co-star in the drama, also accidentally revealed Kim‘s military plans in a press conference last April.
Not at Han Sukkyu revealing Kim Min Jae will enlist in the military on July this year and he went 😱🫣pic.twitter.com/1YopFXwBxi
— kath (@kdramatreats) April 26, 2023
Kim Min Jae’s career
In 2014, Kim made his acting debut in the joint South Korean-Vietnamese drama Forever Young. In 2016, the 26-year-old’s acting career began to bloom with his special appearance as a young king in the hit drama series Goblin.
Since then, he established himself as an exceptional actor and is now well-loved for his roles in Dr. Romantic, Do You Like Brahms?, Tempted, Poong: the Joseon Psychiatrist, Flower Crew: Joseon Marriage Agency, among others.
Apart from his successful career as an actor, Kim Min Jae is also a talented rapper who goes by his stage name Real.be. He trained as an idol for four years before becoming an actor.
With the news of his enlistment, he is set to be discharged and return to the entertainment industry in March 2025.
Featured image: Kim Min Jae shares photo from his recent fan meeting. Credit: Instagram/Kim Min Jae