Celebrating his first and last birthdays in the military, J-Hope finds solace in the company of his fellow soldiers

BTS member J-Hope, currently fulfilling his mandatory military service, celebrated his birthday, marking his transition to another year of life. Sharing moments from his special day on his personal Instagram account, he showcased the festivities dubbed 'Hobi day' with fellow soldiers and glimpses of his time at the J-Hope Forest in Seoul.

Dressed casually in a black outfit, J-Hope posed with a heart-shaped cake in the first photo, followed by snapshots of his visit to the J-Hope Forest where he sported a white T-shirt under a denim jacket and pants, accessorized with glasses, a black beanie, and a face mask. The post also included images of gifts he received, including flowers and a package from Louis Vuitton.

The highlight was J-Hope celebrating with his comrades-in-arms, holding a pink cake amidst uniformed soldiers, capturing the spirit of the occasion. He also shared a photo of a birthday banner put up by fans, expressing gratitude for their love and dedication.

In his caption, he thanked fans for their support, acknowledging their role in making him feel cherished, even during his time in the military. He expressed his desire to return in a remarkable way after his discharge.

Meanwhile, BTS' agency announced a special album titled "HOPE ON THE STREET VOL.1" set to release in March, featuring six tracks and a docuseries documenting J-Hope's dance journey. Pre-orders commence on February 19th, with the album slated for release on March 29th.