SEVENTEEN's Hoshi Sustains ACL Injury During Military Service, Announces Recovery Plans

SEVENTEEN member Hoshi recently announced a complete anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) rupture sustained during his military service. This news, personally delivered by Hoshi to his fans (CARATs) via Weverse, has caused significant concern and discussion within the fandom, particularly as it impacts his ability to participate in upcoming military performance events.

Hoshi enlisted on September 16 of the previous year and had been serving diligently in the Army Taekwondo Demonstration Team. The injury occurred during practice for the Ground Forces performance team, leading to the diagnosis of a complete ACL rupture, a serious condition requiring extensive recovery. On September 12, he posted a message on Weverse, expressing his regret for not being able to perform in the Taekwondo Demonstration Team event and the Ground Forces Festival, and apologized to CARATs. He also thoughtfully requested support for his fellow members, specifically mentioning Woozi, who would be performing with the Ground Forces performance team.

Local bloggers highlighted the unusual and touching nature of Hoshi's direct communication with fans, noting that such news is typically released by agencies. Fans are now balancing their anticipation for his healthy return with worries about the long recovery period. Hoshi's gesture of caring for his team and colleagues even while facing a serious personal injury was particularly noted and appreciated by many, underscoring his dedication beyond his own circumstances.