As news of ASTK members' military service emerges, leader Jinjin has received military exemption, while Cha Eun-woo confirmed his active-duty enlistment by passing the Army Military Band and will be inducted on July 28, taking a contrasting path.

On the 2nd, ASTK's agency Fantagio announced through an official statement, "Jinjin has been judged unfit for military service by the Military Manpower Administration due to autoimmune disease results from a precise physical examination, and as a result, has received military exemption."

It turns out to be a health condition that requires periodic treatment and management, although there is no significant impact on daily life. The agency added, "We will prioritize the artist's health and continue activities."

On the other hand, the 'face genius' Cha Eun-woo will fulfill his national defense duty. The agency announced on the official fan cafe on the morning of the 29th, "Cha Eun-woo has recently applied for the Army Military Band and received final acceptance notification from the Military Manpower Administration, and is scheduled to enter service on July 28." The enlistment day will be held privately to avoid congestion, and there will be no separate official events.

Cha Eun-woo reportedly submitted his application to the Army Military Band in March and passed the interview, and is expected to continue his service in the military band after completing about five weeks of basic military training.

Since Jinjin and Cha Eun-woo are debut colleagues of ASTK and have led the team together, this contrasting military service news leaves a deeper impression on fans. Fans are sending warm encouragement in response to each situation with comments like, "Health comes first," "Different paths, but we support each other," "Looking forward to Cha Eun-woo in the military band," and "I hope Jinjin stays healthy."

Meanwhile, ASTK continues their activities in their respective roles even after the sudden news of member Moon-bin's passing, and many eyes are on the paths of Jinjin and Cha Eun-woo.

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