NCT Jungwoo’s Unexpected Update In The Military Triggers Massive Reactions

He looks good!

Recently, the first military photos of NCT’s Jungwoo were revealed online, garnering much attention.

In the released photo, Jungwoo is seen smiling brightly, which reassured fans that he was doing fine.

It was also revealed that he was selected as the Company Commander Trainee, a temporary leadership position for reliable soldiers overseeing approximately 200 soldiers.

In particular, the photo went viral online as netizens were shocked at his rather happy expression, which is rare to see in idols who enlist in the military.

살다살다 이런 훈련소 사진 처음봄
분대장 표시 아니고 밥숟가락 표시같음
밥 잘나와서 훈련소리뷰 5점 줄거같음 pic.twitter.com/wy79dN9rLH

— ckn (@coolkidnight_) December 24, 2025

It’s the first time to see this type of army training camp photo. The commander patch looks like a spoon, and he looks like he would give the military a five-star rating.

잘 하고 있을까?거기 개추운거 아니야?걱정돼
정우:히히재밌다 pic.twitter.com/NTVn8z4umu

— 젤리 (@jelly_jw) December 24, 2025

“Me: Is he doing well? Isn’t it super cold there? I’m so worried.

Jungwoo: Hehe so fun.”

bald. happy. healthy. unbothered. moisturized. glowing. flourishing. thriving. in his lane. pic.twitter.com/3b1M7AnSjU

— ☁️🍬 (@Jungwo00s) December 24, 2025

sm rookies trainee leader ➡️ greeting leader ➡️ company commander trainee 🥹

our baby boss jungwoo 🥹😭😭🤍 pic.twitter.com/1X85fslpzX

— ｙｅｎ #SUGAR (@snoopeacheese) December 24, 2025

Meanwhile, Jungwoo and fellow member Doyoung enlisted on December 8 and are set to discharge on June 7, 2027.

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