[talk] Why is S.Coups exempt from military service? A complete summary of related content!

Last March, shocking news was announced: S.Coups had been exempted from military service.

S.Coups tore his anterior cruciate ligament in his knee in August 2023, underwent surgery and underwent long-term rehabilitation. This injury was the reason for his exemption from military service.

1. South Korea's Military Service System and Exemption Criteria

Here is a brief explanation of the military service system in Korea. In Korea, healthy men over the age of 20 are required to fulfill military service obligations. However, if you suffer a serious injury like S.Coups, you may be eligible for exemption or alternative service depending on the evaluation of your physical examination.

The results of the physical examination are divided into seven grades, with grades 1 to 3 meaning that the soldier will enlist as an active soldier, grade 4 for alternative service, and grade 5 for "wartime labor service," meaning that the soldier is not required to serve in the military during peacetime. As S.Coups received a grade 5 rating, he is exempt from military service.

2. Details of S.Coups' injury

S.Coups tore his anterior cruciate ligament while filming a content shoot in the summer of 2023. The injury was so serious that it could have prevented him from living a normal life.

S.Coups underwent ligament reconstruction surgery on his left knee and has since returned to action after several months of rehabilitation. However, as the injury was severe enough to exempt him from military service, fans are expressing concern.

3. CARAT's reaction and fans' thoughts

Following the news of S.Coups' exemption from military service, CARATs (SEVENTEEN's fans) had a variety of reactions. Some were happy, saying, "I'm glad that S.Coups is back and working in good health!", while others expressed their feelings, saying, "It seems that his injury was serious... I hope he takes it easy and focuses on his treatment."

On the other hand, many fans have mixed emotions, saying, "I'm happy about the exemption, but I wonder how he feels about it...?"

4. Background of the Korean Military Service System

In South Korea, conscription continues as a result of the Korean War.

The Korean War began in 1950 and ended temporarily with the armistice agreement of 1953, but tensions between North and South Korea continue and there is a possibility of another war breaking out, so military service is mandatory. For Korean male idols and actors, military service is one of the paths they must take.

5. Conclusion

It is good news for fans that S.Coups has been exempted from military service and can now focus on his work with SEVENTEEN. CARATs can't wait to see his leadership and musical talent shine once again.

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