BIGBANG‘s T.O.P has officially been discharged from the military.

The idol had his final day of work as a public servant on Saturday 6 July, and YG Entertainment has stated he will be making a quiet return.

On the day, T.O.P met fans who had come to see him on his last day of service, in a private fanmeet away from media. VIPs had even gone so far as to stage an elaborate prank, wherein they waited alongside media at a different meeting point, to make it seem like T.O.P would be giving an official statement to media. The idol chose to meet his fans instead.

In an Instagram post shared afterwards, he apologised to fans and thanked them for their support. He wrote in English: “Even though I am not proud of myself, I would like to express my deepest gratitude to all the fans who made time and efforts to share this moment with me. I will make sure to reflect on myself and repay the hurts and disappointments I caused to you. Again, thank you. Until I see you again… love, T.O.P”.

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, Even though I am not proud of myself, I would like to express my deepest gratitude to all the fans who made time and efforts to share this moment with me. I will make sure to reflect on my self and repay the hurts and disappointments I caused to you. Again, thank you Until I see you again.. love, T.O.P.

A post shared by T.O.P (@choi_seung_hyun_tttop) on Jul 7, 2019 at 4:40am PDT

Fans trended #LongTimeNoSeeTOP in the lead up to his discharge, with many sharing pictures from the fan meeting, as well as the media stop that never was.

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this pic is iconic & hilarious for many reasons:

-the press DEADASS put a mark for TOP who never showed up
-the pathetic looking mic
-VIPs standing there acting as if they’re waiting for TOP to fool the media -VIPs waiting to look on the press’s faces#LongTimeNoSeeTOP

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*Em_ #LongTimeNoSeeTOP@AnneAkaEm

 

But can your KPOP boy do this? #LongTimeNoSeeTOP

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Welcome back T.O.P!

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T.O.P returns the faithfulness and love he received from fans in the most sweetest and grateful way.

Choi Seung Hyun (T.O.P) has completed the required days to fulfill his military service duty officially.
T.O.P

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Due to the reduction regulation that was applied to public service agents in 2018, T.O.P’s service period had been shortened by about 27 days.

Hence, instead of August, the actor-rapper was set for July 8 military discharge. But since there is no office on the said date, T.O.P concluded his social service work on July 6.
T.O.P

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Served at Yongsan Craft Center, T.O.P worked at a cultural facility, housing elderly people who produce and sell crafts. Warmly receiving the welcome from his supporters, he generously poured in the same amount of love he accepted.

Organized by his local fans, T.O.P made sure that his fans’ wait would be worth it, and even graced a “secret fan meeting” with them.

While expected to come out with the local media on standby, the BIGBANG member went first to where his loyal followers were convened, proving his gratefulness for the people who have given him strength unconditionally.
T.O.P

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For about 45 minutes, he earnestly greeted and shook hands of all the fans who attended the special fan gathering. Photos and videos from fan attendees appeared online showing the artist bright and smiling demeanor.

It was a happy occasion and an overwhelming reunion as fans and their favorite idol welled up feeling the mutual gratitude. They have stayed at each other’s side amidst the unfortunate events that happened to their cherished artist in the past.
T.O.P

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The BIGBANG member entered Yongsan Craft Center in 27 January 2018 and was expected to fill in 520 days since then.

Photo & video credits: Nelson Obrador & Kevin Santos

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