#SHOWBIZ: BTS' V reveals ongoing battle with hearing loss following military service
SEOUL: South Korean global sensation BTS continues to make headlines, but this time it is over a sobering personal revelation from one of its core members.
South Korean boy band BTS, known globally for their music, is currently making headlines for an unexpected reason - a personal health struggle of one of its core members. The revelation pertains to Jin, whose real name is Kim Tae-hyung, who recently announced he is undergoing medical treatment for hearing loss. This disclosure came during a live session with the band on August 12.
When Tae-hyung enlisted for his mandatory military service in South Korea in late 2023, he initially attributed the early signs of his hearing loss to weakness. However, as time passed, he understood that his condition was far more severe. His hearing capabilities in his left ear are at 100, whereas it stands at only 30 in his right ear.
During his military service, which he completed in June 2025, the band had taken an extended hiatus to ensure all members fulfilled their legal duty. J-Hope, another member of the band, shared his experience of adapting to military life, highlighting the process as a shared rite of passage for South Korean men.
BTS recently embarked on their 79-date 'The Arirang World Tour' in South Korea, which will take them to major cities including Los Angeles, Buenos Aires, Bangkok, Singapore, Kuala Lumpur, London, Mexico, and Hong Kong. However, the rigorous demands of the tour are taking a toll on the members. Jungkook, another band member, has recently revealed he is suffering from a shin issue that is progressing to a dangerous stage, putting him on the verge of developing a stress fracture.
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