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AsiaOne
31-07-2025
- Entertainment
- AsiaOne
Cha Eun-woo's Memories VR concert: Become his 'girlfriend' in romantic fantasy show, Entertainment News
For a grand total of 45 minutes, my colleague Yuanru and I escaped reality and had the thrill of being in a love story with a very special oppa. We attended Cha Eun-woo's VR concert Memories at GV Bugis+ yesterday (July 30), where the South Korean actor-singer tried to woo us with songs and sweet nothings. Each seat comes with a VR headset and after putting it on, we flicked our hands to unveil stunning visuals of Eun-woo on interactive floating photocards. The show begins with a mystical message slip delivered by the 28-year-old himself, which says: "This is a romantic fantasy. You and I are the main characters." If his allusion of a romance with us wasn't bold enough, oppa also appears close-up in my personal space and looks directly into my eyes - which got me feeling mildly flustered, even as a non-fan. We enter a lovers-to-exes storyline, where Eun-woo tries to get over us — his ex-girlfriend Roha, short for Aroha, the fandom name of K-pop boy band Astro of which he's a member. Heartbroken, he sings various passion-filled songs - including Stay, F**king Great Time, U&I, You're the Best and Memories - in an attempt to profess his unending feelings for us. Imagine a sappy romantic K-drama with all the works: Premium flashes of Eun-woo's abs while he's looking like an angel clad in all-white; him getting all cute and Christmasy with his pet dog Dongdong, who ended up stealing the show; backdrops that include a gazebo, a park and his room filled with memories of our relationship with him; and a comedic portrayal of the five stages of grief, where he gets adorably drunk resulting in our theatre going into a state of hysteria. At multiple climactic points in the concert, we are presented with three options to progress through the storyline, and the ending is specific to each screening through audience consensus. 'Beyond just a concert' Despite only being less than an hour, the experience stood out due to how realistic our moments with Eun-woo felt. Time was spent on building our chemistry with him and his acting performances connected us deeper, even as some of the cheesy lines made for an amusing time. And it's definitely heartwarming to 'see him' especially now that he has enlisted. The name of the concert - Memories - becomes more apt, because this is what fans will remember of him until he returns from his service in two years. He began his mandatory military service in the South Korean army brass band on July 28, according to a statement by his agency Fantagio. View this post on Instagram A post shared by 차은우 (@eunwo.o_c) And certainly, he's sure to come back with a bang. After all, Eun-woo spoke last night: "How we continue this story will be our fate." Memories will be screened from July 31 to Aug 16 exclusively at Golden Village Bugis+, with tickets priced at $38 for members and $40 for the public. The first 300 viewers will receive a limited-edition poster, while all ticket-holders will get a photocard. [[nid:720751]] No part of this article can be reproduced without permission from AsiaOne.
India Today
28-07-2025
- Entertainment
- India Today
Island actor Cha Eun-woo becomes real-life Jinu with Arden Cho in Free tribute
K-pop stars Arden Cho and Cha Eun-woo joined forces for a special duet of 'Free', a track from 'KPop Demon Hunters'. The performance was released on YouTube and swiftly captured fans' attention for its vocals and striking as Jinu and Rumi from the film, both artistes portrayed the characters with remarkable precision, earning praise from the video's caption, Cho referenced Eun-woo's upcoming military service. She wrote, 'Before my dongsaeng (younger brother) heads off to serve, we wanted to share a little gift with you all. Enjoy, Free! A special cover, from the heart. Can't wait for your safe and strong return. See you soon!' (Credit: Instagram/netflix) advertisementAhead of the official release, Arden Cho also shared a behind-the-scenes clip showing the pair casually chatting. Fans got a glimpse of their natural chemistry and close friendship. Eun-woo, who affectionately called her 'sister', has known Cho for five years. Both wore costumes inspired by their film counterparts, helping fans easily draw parallels between the characters and the were quick to point out the striking resemblance between Eun-woo and Jinu, with many commenting that his appearance and presence perfectly captured the essence of the were especially moved by Eun-woo's vocals and rap in the ballad-style rendition of Free. Many praised his emotive voice and how harmoniously it blended with Arden Cho' vocal synergy was widely described as beautiful, with several calling them a 'powerful duo'. The emotional timing of the release, just before his enlistment, made the cover all the more Eun-woo, a member of K-pop group ASTRO, is set to officially enlist in South Korea's military on July 28, 2025. His agency, Fantagio, confirmed he will serve for 18 months, with a discharge expected in January the lead-up to his enlistment, Eun-woo used the fan app Fromm to reach out to his supporters. 'I've been doing well, meeting people I'm thankful for. I miss Aroha (ASTRO's fan club). You'll probably miss me a lot too, right? It hasn't fully hit me yet,' he wrote. 'But with the album, movie, and drama all coming out, don't forget me.'On July 21, Cha Eun-woo posted a photo series on Instagram titled 'These Days'. The post featured snapshots from his farewell party, where he wore a black T-shirt and a paper crown while posing with a cake and balloons that read 'We Will Miss You.'Other photos showed him getting a buzz cut, with his team wearing matching shirts printed with a childhood picture of him in a toy soldier cap.- EndsMust Watch
Hindustan Times
28-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Hindustan Times
Astro's Cha Eun-woo begins military service with a salute, waves at fans with a smile as he sports a buzz cut
Astro member Cha Eun-woo began his mandatory South Korean military service on Monday. Several photos of the singer-actor sporting a buzz cut emerged on social media platforms. Cha Eun-woo will be discharged from the military in 2027. Cha Eun-woo begins military service In a few photos, wearing a white T-shirt and pants, he was seen saluting his fans. Eun-woo also flashed the thumbs-up sign and waved at those who came to bid him adieu. His official X (formerly Twitter) account, @CHAEUNWOO_offcl, shared his picture with the other group members--MJ, Jinjin, and Yoon San-ha. The caption read, "To all AROHAs who sent so much love to Eunwoo's youth Act 1. We share Eunwoo's message that he will take care and return safely. Let's wait together until the day we meet again." About Eun-woo's military service Korea Times, citing Eun-woo's agency Fantagio, reported that he will serve in the Army's brass band. He will fulfil his service in the band after completing five weeks of basic training at a boot camp. Eun-woo spoke to fans via livestream On Sunday night, Eun-woo connected with his fans through a YouTube livestream. He described the impending enlistment as "surreal". Eun-woo added that his new military-style haircut was "the shortest" it had been since he was a toddler. He had also said, "I will be back safe and healthy. I wish all the best for you all." He also thanked his fans for their love. Eun-woo shared pics with friends Eun-woo had shared a post on Sunday giving a glimpse of how he spent a day ahead of his military service. He shared pictures as he got his hair cut with his pet dog by his side. The singer feasted on scrumptious food and had drinks too with his friends. Eun-woo posted fun photos with his friends too. He didn't caption the post but simply shared it with a salute face emoji. Cha Eun-woo will be discharged from the military in 2027. All about Eun-woo, Astro Eun-woo debuted with Astro in 2016 with the extended play Spring Up. Their second extended play was Summer Vibes, and their third was Autumn Story. Their fourth extended play, Dream Part 01, was released in May 2017 and their fifth one, Dream Part 02, in November of the same year. The next extended plays include Blue Flame, Gateway and Switch On. Cha made his acting debut in the film My Brilliant Life in 2014. He is known for his lead roles in Gangnam Beauty (2018), Rookie Historian Goo Hae-ryung (2019), True Beauty (2020–2021), Island (2022–2023), A Good Day to Be a Dog (2023–2024), and Wonderful World (2024).
India Today
28-07-2025
- Entertainment
- India Today
True Beauty actor Cha Eun-woo begins military service: I'll be back safe
Cha Eun-woo, singer-actor and member of K-pop boy group ASTRO, officially began his mandatory military service on Monday, July 28. The 28-year-old is set to serve in the Korean Army's brass band, his label Fantagio confirmed, following five weeks of basic training at a boot of his enlistment, Eun-woo shared a heartfelt YouTube livestream with fans Sunday night. He called the experience 'surreal.' Sporting a buzzcut, he smiled and added, 'This is the shortest my hair's been since I was a toddler.' He reassured fans with a promise: 'I will be back safe and healthy. I wish all the best for you all.'advertisementAs his last post before enlistment, Eun-woo shared a couple of glimpses with ASTRO members and Moon Sua [late Moonbin's sister] as they gave him an emotional farewell. Amid the flood of fan tributes and trending hashtags, the internet also buzzed with rumours of BTS' Jungkook quietly returning to South Korea to meet Cha Eun-woo ahead of his enlistment. The two are known to be close friends, often seen together at gatherings and events. Here are some photos: Photo credit: Instagram/eunwo.o_c Photo credit: Instagram/eunwo.o_c Photo credit: Instagram/eunwo.o_c His enlistment marks a bittersweet moment for Arohas (ASTRO's fandom), who have followed Eun-woo through his many successful chapters. Be it from charting albums and fan-favourite OSTs to his leading-man roles in dramas like True Beauty and he's stepping away from the spotlight for a while, Eun-woo won't completely disappear. He has shot for the Netflix Original drama, The WONDERfools, where he is paired alongside Park Eun-bin. He also has a film releasing this year titled 'First Ride', marking his debut on the big of his enlistment, he even did a cover of 'Free' from the Netflix hit film, 'KPop Demon Hunters'. The cover has been going Eun-woo follows a long line of Korean celebrities fulfilling their national duty, including fellow idols including the likes of BTS members. The singer-actor is expected to return after completing his service by early 2027.- EndsMust Watch
Pink Villa
27-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Pink Villa
Cha Eun Woo embodies real life Jinu from KPop Demon Hunters with Arden Cho's Rumi for Free cover, fans left mesmerized
On July 27, 2025, Arden Cho and Cha Eun-woo teamed up for a special duet of 'Free', a track from KPop Demon Hunters. The duet was released on YouTube and quickly caught fans' attention for its vocals and visuals. Styled as Jinu and Rumi from the film, both artists recreated the characters with precision, drawing praise from viewers. In the caption, Cho addressed Eun-woo's upcoming military enlistment. She wrote, 'Before my 동생 [dongsaeng - younger brother] heads off to serve, we wanted to share a little gift with you all. Enjoy, Free! A special cover, from the heart 우리 동생이 화이팅! [Uri dongsaeng-i hwaiting!] Can't wait for your safe and strong return. See you soon!" Eun-woo and Cho's five-year friendship shines Before the official video dropped, Arden Cho also posted a behind-the-scenes clip showing the two casually chatting. Fans got to see their easy chemistry and long-standing bond. Cha Eun-woo, who called her 'sister,' has known Cho for five years. Both wore outfits inspired by their movie counterparts, and the styling helped fans connect the dots between the film characters and the singers. Viewers quickly noted the resemblance between Eun-woo and Jinu, with many saying his look and presence captured the movie character perfectly. Here's why fans are calling it a 'Powerful Duo' Fans were especially impressed by Eun-woo's vocals and rap in the ballad version of Free. Many praised his captivating voice and how well his tone matched Arden Cho's. Comments described their harmony as beautiful, with several calling them a 'powerful duo.' The visual pairing, along with the emotional timing of the cover, made it even more meaningful ahead of his enlistment. Cha Eun-woo, member of K-pop group ASTRO, will officially enlist in South Korea's military on July 28, 2025. His agency, Fantagio, confirmed that he will serve for 18 months, with a discharge planned for January 2027. Before enlisting, he used the fan app fromm to connect with supporters. 'I've been doing well, meeting people I'm thankful for. I miss Aroha (ASTRO's fan club). You'll probably miss me a lot too, right? It hasn't fully hit me yet,' he wrote. 'But with the album, movie, and drama all coming out, don't forget me.' On July 21, Cha Eun-woo shared a photo series on Instagram titled 'These Days.' The post included pictures from his farewell party, where he wore a black T-shirt and a paper crown while posing with a cake and balloons that read 'We Will Miss You.' Other photos showed him getting a buzz cut, with his team wearing shirts printed with his childhood photo in a toy soldier cap.
