SEVENTEEN's Jeonghan Enlisted as a Public Service Worker Due to Ankle Injury

SEVENTEEN members are progressively fulfilling their mandatory military service, with the group's agency aiming to minimize their hiatus by having all eligible members enlist. Among them, Jeonghan was the first to begin his service, drawing attention to his specific role as a public service worker. This phased enlistment approach is a strategic move by Pledis Entertainment to ensure the group's eventual full reunion.

Jeonghan commenced his public service on September 26, 2024, with an anticipated discharge date of June 25, 2026. His assignment as a public service worker stems from a documented history of ankle injury and subsequent surgery, which was widely reported in the media and provided a clear reason for his alternative service classification. Other members like S.Coups received an exemption due to an ACL tear, while Wonwoo and Vernon also serve as public service workers for different health reasons.

Local bloggers note that Jeonghan's public service, along with other members' various service types, is part of SEVENTEEN's broader military plan. While some members are on active duty, the mix of public service and exemptions reflects individual health circumstances. Bloggers anticipate the group's full reunion around mid-2028, after all members complete their service, highlighting the "long and distant" path to SEVENTEEN's complete comeback.