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Hindustan Times
5 days ago
- Entertainment
- Hindustan Times
True Beauty star Cha Eun-woo enlists for military service, fans express heartfelt goodbyes: ‘wish him the best of luck'
Cha Eun-woo, one of South Korea's most sought-after actors, is preparing to step away from the spotlight for a while as he begins his mandatory military service. Fans across the globe are already feeling the bittersweet sting of his upcoming enlistment, which was officially confirmed by his agency Fantagio on May 29. Earlier this month, news broke that Cha Eun-woo, 28, had applied to join the Army Military Band, a role that perfectly aligns with his talents as both a singer and performer. Fantagio announced, 'Recently, Cha Eun Woo applied to join the Army Military Band and received a final acceptance notice from the Military Manpower Administration today. He will enter the training centre on July 28 and undergo basic military training before fulfilling his duty in the Army Military Band.' In an effort to protect the star and his fans, the agency also revealed that his enlistment will be a private affair. 'To prevent safety accidents due to congestion on the day of enlistment, the location and time of Cha Eun Woo's enlistment will be kept private, and there will be no separate events held,' they shared in a statement according to Soompi. The agency concluded with a heartfelt appeal to fans worldwide: 'We ask for your unsparing support and warm encouragement for Cha Eun Woo as he diligently fulfills his military duty and returns in good health.' A post shared by 차은우 (@eunwo.o_c) The news was met with an outpouring of love and sadness from fans on social media. One fan lamented on X, 'Ohhh noooo. I will miss seeing your pretty face in dramas.' Another expressed their unwavering support: 'I will surely miss you but we're rooting for you.' Others praised his sense of duty, with comments like, 'He will SERVE his country like he always does,' while some simply wished him well: 'Wishing him good luck.' One particularly thoughtful fan wrote, 'Hot take, but I'm happy that he's going now! He needs to go regardless, and it's better to get it over with so that he can fully focus on his career without any worries afterwards. I just checked his namu wiki and it seems like he already filmed (or is currently filming) a drama and a movie, so there will still new content over the next year and a half :') I wish the best of luck to him and hope he completes his service safely!' Even amidst the sadness, fans remained hopeful, sharing sentiments like, 'His visuals, singing, and acting will be missed and before I know it he'll be back in no time.' Cha Eun-woo's impressive career spans both music and acting. Best known for his memorable roles in hit dramas such as True Beauty and My ID is Gangnam Beauty, he has also made waves as a solo artist and variety show star. As fans prepare to say a temporary goodbye, they remain confident that Cha Eun-woo will return stronger and ready to captivate audiences once again. For now, his devoted supporters are rallying behind him, sending all their love.
India Today
6 days ago
- Entertainment
- India Today
True Beauty actor Cha Eun-woo to enlist in military on July 28: Agency
Cha Eun-woo, member of the K-pop group ASTRO and one of the most popular and sought-after Korean actors, is set to begin his mandatory military service. Earlier this month, it was reported that he had applied to serve in the Army Military Band. On May 29, his agency Fantagio confirmed that he has been officially an official statement, Fantagio shared, "Cha Eun-woo applied to join the Army Military Band and received a final acceptance notice from the Military Manpower Administration today. He will enter the training centre on July 28 and undergo basic military training before fulfilling his duty in the Army Military Band."advertisementThe agency also noted that there will be no public events on enlistment day, adding, "To prevent safety accidents due to congestion on the day of enlistment, the location and time of Cha Eun-woo's enlistment will be kept private." Fantagio concluded with a message to fans, "We ask for your unsparing support and warm encouragement for Cha Eun-woo as he diligently fulfils his military duty and returns in good health."Best known for his roles in popular dramas like 'True Beauty', 'My ID is Gangnam Beauty', and 'A Good Day to Be a Dog', Cha Eun-woo has also made a mark as a solo artiste and variety show star. He most recently starred in the mystery-thriller 'Wonderful World' and is reportedly preparing for a solo fan-con tour in Asia, expected to wrap up before his enlistment. You May Also Like
Pink Villa
6 days ago
- Entertainment
- Pink Villa
ASTRO's Cha Eun Woo to begin military service on July 28: Here's everything we know, including army band acceptance
ASTRO's Cha Eun Woo is officially preparing to begin his mandatory military service this summer. His agency, Fantagio, announced on May 29 that the singer-actor has been accepted into the Army Military Band. He will enlist on July 28, 2025. Earlier this month, it was revealed that Cha Eun Woo had submitted an application to serve as part of the Army Military Band. It is a special division within South Korea's military service that allows conscripted soldiers with musical and performance backgrounds to contribute through their artistic talents. After a period of waiting for the final results, he has now been confirmed to join the unit. According to the agency, Cha Eun Woo will first undergo a period of basic military training after entering the designated training center. Once that phase is completed, he will officially begin his duties as a member of the Army Military Band. Fantagio expressed their gratitude to fans for their ongoing love and support. They requested continued encouragement as the artist takes on this significant responsibility. Check out agency's official statement here: Moreover, on the day of his enlistment, the agency emphasized that the time and location of Cha Eun Woo 's enlistment will not be made public. It is for maintaining order and ensuring safety. No special farewell event or send-off ceremony will be held either, in line with efforts to avoid large gatherings or disruptions. Since the announcement, fans around the world, especially ASTRO's dedicated fandom, AROHA, have been sending warm wishes and heartfelt messages to the star. Social media platforms have been filled with encouraging notes. They are expressing pride and support for Cha Eun Woo as he embarks on this new chapter of his life. With Cha Eun Woo set to temporarily pause his entertainment activities for military service, fans are already looking forward to the day he completes his duty and returns in good health. Cha Eun Woo's next project In terms of his professional activities, Cha Eun Woo most recently appeared in the emotional thriller drama Wonderful World, where he starred alongside Kim Nam Joo. The series received praise for its gripping storyline, with Cha Eun Woo earning recognition for his more mature acting. He also recently made a special appearance in a music video. He charmed viewers with his visuals in one of the tracks on IU's remake album A Flower Bookmark. Looking ahead, he is set to lead the upcoming drama The Wonder Fools, where he will share the screen with actress Park Eun Bin. The project is currently in production and is slated for release sometime in 2026.
