Fans Defend Male Idol Exempted From Military Service as Some Netizens Question His Injury

The latest album from SEVENTEEN is “17 Is Right Here,” which includes the title track “Maestro.” The group has also been busy with encore concerts for “Follow Again,” performances on music shows, and appearances at music festivals.

In light of recent events, Korean netizens have once again expressed doubts about the leg injury suffered by S.Coups, the leader of the group. Pledis Entertainment had previously announced in August 2023 that S.Coups would be taking a temporary break from activities to undergo surgery for a leg injury. This was due to a torn anterior cruciate ligament, which required him to put all group activities on hold in order to focus on his recovery. On March 29, S.Coups made his highly anticipated comeback performance at the “Follow Again” concert in Incheon.

Despite the seriousness of his injury, S.Coups has been exempted from military service, according to an announcement from the South Korean Ministry of Defense on March 1, 2024. However, there are some netizens who are expressing their dissatisfaction with this ruling.

An online topic that is drawing attention is questioning the status of S.Coups’ injury. It has been claimed that he was exempted from military service due to a torn ACL while playing soccer. However, fans have noticed that he has been dancing and running around at concerts without any apparent issues. It is surprising that there has not been a single article addressing this matter.

In South Korea, the law concerning mandatory military service is notably strict. Men are required to join the military by a specific age as mandated by the law. As a result, for idol groups, this is a crucial moment that has the potential to interrupt their careers.

Despite facing public backlash, numerous celebrities have attempted to evade the law. As a result, some netizens are questioning why S.Coups was granted exemption from enlistment, despite having fully recovered from his leg injury and being able to move without the need for community service. However, the post has also been met with opposition from those who believe it was written with malicious intent towards the idol.

The decision regarding exemption from military service falls under the jurisdiction of the Ministry of Defense. It is recommended that any concerns be addressed through appropriate channels rather than turning it into a controversial topic that gives rise to baseless rumors.

Despite claims made in an accusatory post, fans have presented evidence disproving the extent of S.Coups’ injury. A careful observation of all four recent concerts reveals that S.Coups and Jeonghan are the only two members who do not engage in leg movements. Instead, they focus on singing and emphasize hand movements, occasionally stepping aside during challenging and vigorous choreography performed by other members.

While jumping, S.Coups consistently landed on his uninjured leg. There were numerous occasions where S.Coups faced difficulty in mobility, requiring aid from his fellow members or experiencing leg discomfort while performing on stage.

In the “Maestro”choreography, S.Coups also maintains a moderate level of dancing. The majority of his movements primarily utilize his upper body and are focused on conveying emotion. During the dance break, he takes a step back and only incorporates basic leg movements. It is clear that S.Coups had to decrease the intensity of his dancing and take precautions to prevent further impact on his injured leg. Therefore, the allegations against S.Coups are baseless.

The source is K14.