This time, NCTzens had to restrain their longing for their beloved leader. Today, Monday (15/4/2024), Taeyong officially started his mandatory military service (wamil). The members of NCT 127 took the time to be with him before his departure.
On the day before he left, NCT 127 threw a small farewell party for Taeyong to cherish the moments together. Emotional scenes were captured on camera, evoking sadness among NCTzens. Let’s explore eight emotional moments from NCT 127 as they gathered before Taeyong’s departure for the army!
1. Taeyong, born on July 1, 1995, is the first member of NCT to undergo military service this year.
portrait of NCT’s Taeyong who will leave for military service (instagram.com/taeoxo_nct)2. Before heading to the military, Taeyong shared the process of shaving his head and photos of his bald head with fans.
portrait of NCT’s Taeyong who will leave for military service (instagram.com/taeoxo_nct)3. Following South Korean tradition, the members touched Taeyong’s shaved head with their index fingers as a farewell gesture.
portrait of NCT’s Taeyong who will leave for military service (instagram.com/taeoxo_nct)4. Doyoung, Jungwoo, Johnny, Yuta, and Taeil threw a small farewell party for the leader.
portrait of NCT’s Taeyong who will leave for military service (instagram.com/nct127)5. Taeyong, dressed in all black with a matching beanie hat, happily received a cake from the members.
portrait of NCT’s Taeyong who will leave for military service (instagram.com/nct127)6. Taeyong, dressed in all black with a matching beanie hat, happily received a cake from the members.
portrait of NCT’s Taeyong who will leave for military service (instagram.com/nct127)7. They shared an emotional moment as they touched Taeyong’s head once more before his departure.
portrait of NCT’s Taeyong who will leave for military service (instagram.com/nct127)8. Finally, Taeyong proudly showed off his shaved head and posed with the members.
portrait of NCT’s Taeyong who will leave for military service (instagram.com/taeoxo_nct)Reportedly, Taeyong will serve as an active soldier in the Navy. In a touching caption on his social media account, Taeyong expressed his love and promised to return safely soon. “I’ll be back soon and safely! Take care of your health, OK! Let’s go! Our 127! I love you,” wrote Taeyong. Wishing you a fulfilling military service, Taeyong!