K-drama star and ASTRO's Cha Eun-Woo enlisting in South Korean military this July? Here's what fans should know
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▶️ https://t.co/PkoCCLUNZK#네이버_블로그 #아스트로 #ASTRO #CHAEUNWOO pic.twitter.com/uH4rXhT1AQ
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 pic.twitter.com/LNXkB16Twb
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? 🥺 pic.twitter.com/H2VaqyMIJO
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 news.We never would be.We'll miss him for sure,but may the best be done for him cause he deserves nothing less!WE LOVE CHAEUNWOO #CHAEUNWOO #차은우 https://t.co/oELm6jza26 pic.twitter.com/sNyagKijyj
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 : https://t.co/Rt99PaXhDz🔗 US : https://t.co/sL4C2tK0nH🔗 CN : https://t.co/Z0MOcBifO4🔗 JP : https://t.co/zXUK4QN4Fk✨ 5만원… https://t.co/dR4M1DNcNk pic.twitter.com/D3jgBcgKM3
The group is expected to deliver a powerful performance, showcasing their enduring synergy—alongside former member Rocky, adding to the excitement for fans.
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