As 2025 begins, fans of K-pop idols and popular actors are counting down the days until their favorite stars return from military service. After years of waiting, the time has finally come for many of the biggest names in entertainment to come back to the spotlight. Let’s break down which stars will be coming back starting this April, starting with the highly anticipated idols and actors who are set to rejoin the entertainment world in the months ahead.
Actor Lee Do-hyun: Returning May 13, 2025
First in line to return is Lee Do-hyun, one of South Korea’s brightest young actors. Known for his roles in “18 Again” and “Youth of May,” Lee Do-hyun is set to return on May 13, 2025, after completing his service in the Air Force. His fans have eagerly waited for this moment, and it’s expected that his return will bring a fresh wave of excitement and anticipation for his next projects.
BTS Members: June 2025 – The Long-Awaited Comeback
RM and V, two of BTS’s most beloved members, will be discharged on June 10, 2025, with Jimin and Jungkook following closely behind on June 11, 2025. While Suga has already been serving as a social service worker, his discharge will mark the completion of BTS’s long-awaited return. The global fanbase is buzzing with excitement, as the group is expected to come back stronger than ever, ready to take the world by storm once again.
Actor Song Kang: Returning October 1, 2025
Song Kang, a rising star in South Korea known for his roles in “Nevertheless” and “Love Alarm,” will return to the screen on October 1, 2025, after completing his mandatory military service. Fans have been waiting patiently for his return, and the actor’s reappearance on screen is sure to spark a flurry of excitement.
NCT Taeyong: Returning December 14, 2025
Lastly, Taeyong from NCT is set to return on December 14, 2025, after completing his service in the Navy. NCT fans have been eagerly awaiting his return, and his discharge will mark the final stage of a long wait for his dedicated fanbase. Taeyong’s presence is sure to bring fresh energy to NCT’s music and performances, and fans can’t wait for his return.
Almost There! The Countdown Begins!
For those who’ve waited so long for these stars to return – the wait is almost over! From May through December, the countdown to these highly anticipated comebacks is officially underway. Soon, the stars you’ve missed will be back wearing their “flower shoes,” ready to step back into the spotlight. Hang in there just a little longer – the best is yet to come!
