Last Oct. 15, Super Junior's Donghae celebrated his 30th birthday and enlistment anniversary, and the idol has some announcements for his fans on the special day.
Donghae took to his Instagram account to say hi to his fans and tell them the good news. "I'll return to ELF!! Now that I think about it, it's already been a year since I said goodbye and entered!! Each day, there are many moments when I get excited thinking about meeting you," the Super Junior said as per Soompi.
Donghae even added that he was worried when he got enlisted for the mandatory service, adding that he used to doubt whether he can do it or not. "But now I've reached the third rank so I think I'm doing very well," he said.
The Super Junior member also expressed his gratitude towards his fans who became his support system. He also thanked the ELF for the love and promised them that he will be back healthy.
Meanwhile, his fans are elated to hear from their idol after a long time. A commenter posted, "I am so glad that you are doing well Donghae! It was so so nice seeing an update from him on Instagram after such a long time! Come back safe! ELFs are waiting for you!"
Prior to his enlistment, Donghae also expressed his love to ELFs through an Instagram account. In his post, the Super Junior was surrounded by gifts reportedly coming from his fans, Allkpop reported.
"ELF! I'm sorry that Donghae will be leaving you lonely for a year and 9 months!" Donghae wrote, promising that he will return with Eunhyuk after completing the mandatory military service.
One year down, nine months to go! Just hang in there ELFs and wait till Donghae returns. For the mean time, watch Donghae's funny moments below:
