All 7 members of BTS are active in the military, many fans wonder if they will receive salaries as soldiers?

Except for Suga – who is performing alternative military service at a community service center in Seoul, the remaining 6 members all eat, sleep, and practice in the barracks with other soldiers. They do not receive any special treatment.

Among the 7 members, the one with the highest monthly salary in the army is Jin (or Sergeant Kim Seok Jin) with 1 million won (756 USD) per month. J-Hope (also known as Corporal Jung Ho Suk) is the second highest paid with a salary of 800,000 won. Ranked 3rd is Suga (also known as Private Min Yoo Gi).

Four BTS members started their duty in December 2023, just 1 day apart: RM, V, Jimin and Jungkook, who are currently undergoing a 5-week basic training course. During that time they will be paid 600,000 won per month.

V’s (real name is Kim Tae Hyung) salary is expected to increase faster than others because he will join a special unit responsible for protecting the capital Seoul.

In 2024, BTS members will receive a 25% increase compared to their current salary. This is part of the salary increase roadmap for all soldiers performing military service, in accordance with the budget increase plan.

However, their military income is nothing compared to the huge assets of international stars. The total shares held by the seven members in Hybe management company are worth more than 100 billion won, based on the current stock price. This is just one of their sources of income besides music royalties, advertising…