In South Korea, all able-bodied men in the country between the ages of 18 and 28 are required to carry out compulsory military service for about two years.

Exemptions can be granted to those with exceptional skills, like international award-winning athletes and classical musicians, for their roles in elevating the country’s reputation overseas.

DAY6’s Wonpil chokes up while announcing that he will join the navy

On February 23, 2022, K-pop idol Wonpil held a Naver V Live broadcast in which he interacted with fans and spoke about his recent solo debut Pilmogramy, which ranked #1 on the Gaon album chart in February 2022.

During his live broadcast, the musician revealed some personal news and announced his military enlistment date.

The 27-year-old singer announced that he is set to join the military on March 28, 2022. He said that since group members Sugjin and Dowoon had already enlisted, a part of him wanted to enlist early as well. He said,

Wonpil revealed his plans and stated that he chose to join the navy as it was the fastest option available. He also said that since he was the last member of DAY6 to enlist in the military, he wanted to minimize the group’s hiatus by enlisting as soon as possible. He shared,

He further stated,

DAY6’s Wonpil reassured fans that he still has one month left before joining the navy and becoming an improved version of himself. He then burst into tears as he worried that MyDays, that is DAY6’s fanbase, would miss him while he was gone.

With tears in his eyes, he continued,

Wonpil expressed his feelings about creating music for the rest of his life and hoped that concerts will be held after their return just like old times.

The musician playfully joked and ended his emotional message by saying,

“We will wait for you”: Fans reach out to DAY6’s Wonpil after his heart-felt live broadcast

Wonpil’s emotional live broadcast touched the hearts of his fans and made them feel heavy-hearted as well. Fans took to social media platforms to send their warm wishes and requested him to stay strong during his period of service.

They also wished Wonpil luck and promised that they would wait for all the DAY6 group members until they return.

On a brighter note, Wonpil pointed out that it won’t be long before DAY6’s Sungjin returns from his military service. He is scheduled to be discharged on September 7, 2022. Meanwhile, Young K is set to be discharged in April 2023, and Dowoon in July 2023.

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