Monsta X Hyungwon's Enlistment Announcement Draws Mixed Reactions From Netizens

On October 20th, Starship Entertainment released an official statement, announcing the enlistment of MONSTA X's Hyungwon. The agency said, "Hyungwon plans to enlist as an active-duty soldier on November 14 and faithfully fulfill his assigned national defense duties.”

The agency added, "Considering that this is a private site with many military service members, no separate official event will be held to minimize congestion at the site on the day of enlistment. We ask for your warm support and encouragement to Hyungwon, who will faithfully perform his military service and return in good health."

Meanwhile, on the same day, just before Starship Entertainment's announcement, Hyungwon shared a heartfelt letter on the group's official fancafe to share his feelings and personally saying his goodbye to the fans. The idol-actor said, "I really want to say thank you to Monbebe, who have helped me grow so much during this time that I am able to endure this separation in a healthy way. I am so grateful and I love you."

[ENG] #HYUNGWON Enlistment Letter #MONSTAX pic.twitter.com/eUS0to4dzl

— ayla the boredBebe who subs MX (@boredMONBEBE) October 20, 2023

Hyungwon's enlistment announcement became a hot topic across South Korean online community boards, with netizens commenting:

• The handwriting is so pretty ㅠㅠㅠ
• Huh? How old is he?
• The letter is so sweet.
• Hyungwon is going too ㅠㅠㅠ Have a safe trip!!
• Today, my world fell apart...
• Even if I already prepared myself for this, my heart still fell apart.
• Don't go... But have a safe trip and take care of yourself.
• I can't forget the hair removal story... Have a nice trip.
• All of a sudden? Wow, he's older than I thought.
• He looks so young. I thought he was born in 1996.
• Oppa, I'll wait for you.
• Wow.. it's a really touching handwritten letter. Have a nice trip.
• My heart feels like it's going to break... Don't go...

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