Lee Dong-geon: 'I Will Return After Fulfilling My Military Duty'

Actor Lee Dong-geon (30) Joined the army at the 102 Reserves located in Chuncheon, Kangwondo province on June 15. He arrived at the training camp two hours and fifteen minutes before the time that he was supposed to enter, wearing a short-sleeved shirt and jeans and stood in front of news reporters and his fans.

▲ Actor Lee Dong-geon is answering for reporters' questions before he enters the training camp in the afternoon on June 15.

reporter asked how he feels about entering the army and he answered, "Actually the timing of entering the army was somewhat delayed against my will. I am worried that I might cause trouble to other fellows who will train together with me. I came here today after I had promised to myself that I would make a great effort when I receive military training". He continued, "Also, I am so sorry that I informed you too late that I would join the army. I actually thought that it might be better if I joined the army without notice. Anyway, I will sincerely fulfill my military duty for two years and will come back to you with better looks".

▲ Actor Lee Dong-geon is answering for reporters' questions before he enters the training camp in the afternoon on June 15.

Lee also sent messages to his fans by saying, "Do not feel disappointed and please wait until I will come back with better looks". After he said this message, he showed a big smile and entered into the military camp leaving news reporters and his fans behind, who were holding placards saying, "Dong Gun! It is only two years. I will wait until you will come back. Go for it". Lee Dong-geon will receive basic military training for five weeks and serve with the colors for two years.

▲ Actor Lee Dong-geon is answering for reporters' questions before he enters the training camp in the afternoon on June 15.

Lee Dong-geon debuted as a singer in 1998 and since then he has appeared in dramas such as "Lovers in Paris" and "Sweet 18" and movies including "My boyfriend is type-B". After he finished filming the drama "When It's at Night" in 2008, he has been taking a break.

▲ Actor Lee Dong-geon is answering for reporters' questions before he enters the training camp in the afternoon on June 15.