He wishes to re-enlist and fulfill his military duties earnestly.
This incident is expected to significantly impact Song Min-ho's public image.
[TV Daily Reporter Kim Jin-seok] Song Min-ho of Winner has acknowledged his poor service and expressed his willingness to re-enlist. He stated he is deeply regretting the situation and hopes to serve his military duty earnestly if given the opportunity.
During the first court hearing at the Seoul Western District Court, Song Min-ho and the management official Mr. Lee were charged with violations of military service laws. Both were indicted without detention in December 2025, with the hearing postponed at the request of Song Min-ho's legal team. He served as a social service agent from March 2023 to December 2024, but was embroiled in controversy due to habitual absenteeism and leaving work early.
According to military law, service members who fail to fulfill their duties for more than eight days without justifiable reasons may face imprisonment. The prosecution suggested Mr. Lee's potential involvement in Song Min-ho’s inadequate service. In court, Song Min-ho acknowledged most of the charges and apologized for failing to fulfill his military obligations.
This incident has struck a significant blow to the public's expectations of Song Min-ho. His fans have held him in high regard through his activities, and many have expressed disappointment due to this situation. By acknowledging his emotional struggles and expressing a willingness to re-enlist, Song Min-ho presents a positive signal moving forward.
As an artist, this reveals a moment of vulnerability, and he has the opportunity to showcase authenticity to the youth. Additionally, through social service, he can fulfill public obligations while also engaging in personal healing. This could be a turning point for him to embody greater social responsibility in the future.
Finally, his candid sharing of experiences communicates an important message socially. By sharing his struggles, he wishes to foster greater understanding and support for mental health issues, which is a crucial aspect.
This article is KOSTAR’s reinterpretation of a story originally reported by TVDaily.
Photo: An Seong-hu
