BTS Boyband Takes a Break for Military Service: The Fierce Battle for K-Pop Crown Begins

As BTS member Suga begins his mandatory military service, the K-Pop boyband is taking a break from the spotlight. This leaves room for other bands to compete for their throne. With three BTS members now in the army, including Jin and J-Hope, the group’s dominance has been significantly impacted. Despite this, BTS holds an impressive 23 Guinness World Records, with their first being achieved in 2018 when they became the first K-Pop act to reach number one on the US album chart with Love Yourself: Tear. K-Pop is a rapidly growing music market, with bands gaining popularity not just in Asian markets, but also in the US and UK. While BTS is at the forefront, other groups like Blackpink, Red Velvet, Seventeen, IVE, and TXT are emerging as contenders.