In a significant development, all seven members of the globally renowned K-pop group BTS—Jin, J-Hope, Suga, RM, V, Jimin, and Jungkook—have commenced their mandatory military service for South Korea. This news has sparked a massive online buzz, with fans eagerly discussing the emerging details of their training experiences.
One particularly challenging aspect of South Korea’s military training is the gas chamber challenge, also known as The Hwasaengbang. This intensive exercise gained public attention through its portrayal on variety shows like Real Men and Infinite Challenge, highlighting the rigorous nature of the training. Soldiers are shown practicing in a gas-filled room without masks, and some individuals have struggled with the demanding tasks, leading to instances of fainting.
Notably, in January of this year, pictures surfaced of the group’s eldest member, Jin, participating in the gas chamber challenge at the notorious Hwasaengbang boot camp. The images captured Jin washing his face, a routine commonly observed by those who have completed this rigorous training.
The Japanese media outlet Nippoin News Network reacted surprisingly to the tough military practices in South Korea, emphasizing that BTS members need to undergo various types of training, including entering gas-filled rooms without wearing masks.
Following this revelation, several K-netizens who have already completed their mandatory military service shared their personal experiences on social media. One user explained that the gas chamber drill is part of the CBR (chemical, biological, and radiological) and grenade training. Recruits wear gas masks to enter and exit the gas chamber, emphasizing that it’s a crucial component of the overall training program.
Another individual, who went through military training and was medically retired a few years ago, reassured fans, saying, “Trust me, if I could go through the gas chamber in basic training and be fine, Jin will be more than okay.” They highlighted the challenges BTS members might face, including combat and weapons training, and expressed hope that they won’t have to undergo additional hardships like pepper spray drills.
As BTS continues their military service, fans around the world remain curious about the unique challenges each member will encounter and how they will navigate these demanding aspects of their training.
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