SEVENTEEN Leader S.Coups Received Military Exemption Due to ACL Injury

The military service status of SEVENTEEN members, including leader S.Coups, is a prominent topic in Korean entertainment discussions. While S.Coups received a military exemption due to a significant injury, other members like Jeonghan are completing their service and immediately returning to active schedules, generating buzz around their dedication and the group's ongoing activities.

SEVENTEEN's leader S.Coups received a military exemption judgment in August after undergoing reconstructive surgery for a ruptured left anterior cruciate ligament. This occurred before his anticipated service. In contrast, Jeonghan completed his social service duty on June 25th, becoming the first SEVENTEEN member to fulfill his military obligations. Just weeks after his return, Jeonghan partnered with Joshua to prepare for the debut of SEVENTEEN's seventh unit, "Visuals," scheduled for October. This rapid return to activity follows SEVENTEEN's 10th-anniversary celebrations which extend into 2026, with all 13 members having renewed their contracts.

Local bloggers express deep concern over the physical demands placed on idols during military service, especially following Hoshi's ACL injury, drawing parallels to S.Coups' prior exemption. They commend Jeonghan's swift return to the stage, interpreting it as a strong commitment to fans and the group, and highlighting the agency's strategic planning for his comeback. The continuous unit activities and all-member contract renewals are seen as proof of SEVENTEEN's robust teamwork and enduring presence in the K-pop industry.