Popular Korean pop star Kangta is set to join the South Korean army in 2008.
Korean men have to serve their mandatory military service for 24 months after the age of 18 unless exemption is given under special circumstances.
Kangta (강타; real name An Chil-hyun) revealed his decision when interviewed in a Korean TV show, “Heart to Heart” on August 17. If everything is going on as plan; he is likely to join the army in early 2008.
Koreans have great respect for young men that served their military duties. So despite missing from the entertainment arena for 2 years, most of the stars still find themselves quite popular after being discharged… same thing should happen to Kangta as well.
Kangta is currently filming a Chinese drama “Love in the City 2″ in China. He revealed that he has plans to release a Korean album an a few performances in Korea by end of the year.