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Korea Herald
4 days ago
- Entertainment
- Korea Herald
Astro's Cha Eunwoo to enlist in July
Cha Eunwoo of Astro will start serving his mandatory military service from July 28, agency Fantagio said on Thursday. He was accepted by the Army marching band and will be the second member of Astro to enlist, after MJ. Earlier this month, the 28-year-old had an interview and received notification of his acceptance on Thursday along with the enlistment date. He debuted as a member of Astro in 2016 and in February last year, released his first solo material, the EP 'Entity.' The idol has forged a career as an actor as well, appearing in a slew of dramas and movies. He is currently shooting the Netflix drama 'The Wonder Fools,' which airs next year, and a movie with the working title 'First Ride.' Separately, he starred opposite IU in her music video for 'A Beautiful Person,' which was unveiled on Thursday.
NDTV
10-05-2025
- Entertainment
- NDTV
ASTRO's Cha Eun Woo To Enlist In Military By July 2025? Here's What We Know
New Delhi: Cha Eun Woo, from the South Korean boy band ASTRO, has officially taken his first step toward military enlistment. On May 9, 2025, the singer-actor showed up for an interview with the Republic of Korea Army's military band unit, as per a report by Soompi. Cha Eun Woo's agency, Fantagio, said, 'Cha Eun Woo applied for the Army's military band and has completed his interview.' 'The results will be announced on May 29, so it's difficult to provide further details as we do not yet know if he has been accepted,' they added. If Cha Eun Woo makes the cut, he will reportedly kick off basic training in July and go on to serve for 18 months, which would put his potential discharge around January 2027. Cha Eun Woo is currently busy filming for the Netflix show The WONDERfools. In the series, he is going to play the role of Lee Woon-jung, a socially awkward civic servant from Seoul. In addition to Cha Eun Woo, The WONDERfools features a star-studded cast including Park Eun-bin, Kim Hae-sook, Choi Dae-hoon, Im Seong-jae and Son Hyun-joo. Directed by Yoo In-sik, the show is set in the doomsday-fearing year of 1999. The project follows a group of awkward townies who unexpectedly acquire superpowers and team up to fight villains threatening the peace of Haeseong City. Cha Eun Woo also has a movie, titled First Ride, in the pipeline. The film also features Squid Game 2 star, Kang Ha Neul, as per a GQ India report. First Ride follows four best friends who have just hit the big 30. To mark the occasion, the group decides to take their very first overseas trip together. As you can imagine, things quickly spiral into adventurous chaos, with unexpected events and hilarious situations along the way.
Time of India
09-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Time of India
K-drama star and ASTRO's Cha Eun-Woo enlisting in South Korean military this July? Here's what fans should know
ASTRO's Cha Eun-woo, who is also a top K-drama actor, has officially applied to join the Republic of Korea Army's military band, with his enlistment potentially scheduled for July 2025. His agency, Fantagio, confirmed on May 9 that he has completed the interview process for the position. The final results are expected to be announced on May 29. If accepted, Eun-woo will undergo basic training in July before beginning service in the military band, which is known for its ceremonial duties and musical performances. At 28, he would be the second ASTRO member to enlist, following MJ, who served from May 2022 to November 2023. [#차은우][블로그] 찬란한 빛▶️ #아스트로 #ASTRO #CHAEUNWOO Cha Eun-woo stays busy amid enlistment news Despite the possibility of enlistment, Cha Eun-woo remains active in the entertainment industry. He is currently filming the Netflix series The Wonder Fools and is also set to appear in the upcoming movie First Ride. If confirmed, Cha Eun-woo's enlistment will mark a meaningful chapter in both his career and his bond with fans as they prepare for his temporary departure. Fans react Fans have shared mixed emotions about the news, expressing both pride and sadness online, especially on X (formerly known as Twitter). One fan wrote, "Everything makes more sense now… him worrying Aroha would be bored in 2025, how badly he wanted to release the moon song, #Stargraphy being a full group show… I don't even want to list the rest. He was telling us in his own way, and we just didn't see it." Everything makes more sense now… him worrying Aroha would be bored in 2025, how badly he wanted to release the moon song, #stargraphy being a full group show… I don't even want to list the rest. He was telling us in his own way & we just didn't see it💔🌙#차은우 #CHAEUNWOO Another said, "What's that about Cha Eun-woo enlisting in the army in July?" Cómo que Cha Eun-woo ya se va a enlistar al ejército en Julio? 🥺 One added, "He'll always have our support, love, and heart! He's assertive, we'll be with him anywhere at any time! We're not prepared for this news. We never would be. We'll miss him for sure, but may the best be done for him, because he deserves nothing less!" He'll always have our support,love and heart! He's assertive, we'll be with him anywhere at any time!We're not prepared for this never would miss him for sure,but may the best be done for him cause he deserves nothing less!WE LOVE CHAEUNWOO #CHAEUNWOO #차은우 ASTRO's comeback concert ASTRO will return to the stage with their first solo concert in three years, The 4th ASTROAD [Stargraphy], scheduled for June 7 and 8 at the Incheon Inspire Arena. This will be their first full-scale concert since The 3rd ASTROAD to Seoul [STARGAZER] in 2022. 💜ASTRO The 4th ASTROAD [Stargraphy]OFFICIAL MD 배송(DELIVERY) 예약 판매 OPEN💜📆 25. 05. 09 (FRI) 12:00 - 25. 05. 26 (MON) 23:59 (KST) 🔗 KR : US : CN : JP : 5만원… The group is expected to deliver a powerful performance, showcasing their enduring synergy—alongside former member Rocky, adding to the excitement for fans.
Korea Herald
14-04-2025
- Entertainment
- Korea Herald
Astro to host full-group concert: report
Astro will hold a stand-alone concert for the first time in three years, according to a local media report Monday. The live show will be the fourth stand-alone gig for the band that celebrated its ninth debut anniversary with the digital single 'Twilight' in February. The special track topped the iTunes Top Albums Chart in three regions, as well as Melon's Hot 100 at home. The band is also set to drop a digital single this month to commemorate bandmate Moonbin, who passed away two years ago, with his sister Moon Sua of Billlie and close friends Seungkwan and DK of Seventeen. Separately, Cha Eunwoo recently accepted a role in the upcoming film 'First Ride.' It will mark his silver screen debut as a lead actor. He is currently shooting the Netflix drama 'The Wonder Fools.'
Korea Herald
03-04-2025
- Entertainment
- Korea Herald
Astro's Cha Eunwoo takes 1st lead role in movie: report
Cha Eunwoo of Astro landed his first leading role in a movie, according to a local media report Thursday. He finalized his decision to star in the film tentatively titled "First Ride,' which follows four close friends on their first overseas trip together to mark turning 30. The singer and actor is currently shooting the Netflix comic action drama 'The Wonder Fools,' playing the male lead with a superpower opposite Park Eunbin. Separately, members of Astro will put together an album in memory of their late bandmate Moonbin, who passed away in April 2023. They will team up with Moonbin's sister, Moon Sua of Billlie, as well as Seventeen's Seungkwan and Dogyeom to release the album later this month.
