SEVENTEEN's 13 Members Achieve Second Full Contract Renewal and Navigate Military Service

In Korea, SEVENTEEN's 13 members are generating significant buzz for achieving a second full-group contract renewal, a rare feat in the K-pop industry that often sees groups disband or lose members after seven years. This accomplishment, alongside ongoing discussions about individual military service, highlights the group's unique longevity and strong internal dynamics.

SEVENTEEN's entire 13-member lineup completed their second contract renewal in July 2026, following their first renewal in 2021. Member Dokyeom, in an interview on the YouTube channel '집대성,' candidly described the members as "family," acknowledging occasional disagreements but emphasizing their strong bond. Regarding military service as of September 13, 2026, six members (Wonwoo, Woozi, Hoshi, Vernon, Dokyeom, Mingyu) are currently serving, while Jeonghan completed his service in June 2026. S.Coups is classified as 5th grade wartime labor service due to a knee injury, and Joshua, Jun, and The8 are not subject to Korean conscription as foreign nationals. Seungkwan and Dino are expected to enlist in October.

Local bloggers frequently discuss the group's exceptional teamwork, with Dokyeom's "family" comment resonating as a realistic portrayal of their bond, suggesting they are a team that "fights but stays together." The complex military service arrangements for a large group like SEVENTEEN are also a constant topic, with fans closely following each member's status, noting that not all 13 members will serve in the same capacity or order.