OUI Entertainment has officially announced that WEi’s Jang Dae Hyeon is preparing to enlist in the military by the end of 2024.
Jang Dae Hyeon Confirmed to Begin Military Service Enlistment in Late 2024
On September 1, OUI Entertainment issued a statement bout the WEi member’s enlistment.
“We are letting you know that WEi member Jang Dae Hyeon is currently preparing to fulfill his military duty in the second half of 2024,” it read.
“Accordingly, while Jang Dae Hyeon will have no problem participating in WEi’s upcoming schedule, including their digital single ‘LOVE2YOU’ fan signing event and their Japanese release events, starting in October, his participation will be limited to predetermined activities,” it continued.
As his enlistment date approaches, the agency noted that Jang Dae Hyeon’s participation in group activities will be limited starting from October.
“We will make a separate announcement regarding the specifics of Jang Dae Hyeon’s military enlistment at a later time,” the statement added.
This news marks a significant moment for WEi and their fans, as Dae Hyeon prepares to fulfill his mandatory military service.
In other related news, WEi member Junseo recently faced backlash for a controversy involving his replies in Japanese on the fan community app Bubble. The incident occurred on August 15, an important Korean holiday, when Junseo responded to a fan’s question about his future plans in Japan by answering in Japanese instead of Korean. This sparked criticism from netizens who questioned his choice of language on such a significant day.
Following the backlash, Junseo posted an apology letter in the early hours of August 16, expressing regret for his actions and addressing the concerns raised by fans. This incident has drawn attention to the sensitivity surrounding national holidays and language use among K-pop idols, highlighting the challenges they face in maintaining connections with their global fanbase while respecting cultural contexts.