Astro's Cha Eun-woo begins mandatory military service

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Published: 28 Jul. 2025, 11:14

Cha Eun-woo held a fan meet-and-greet at Kyung Hee University's Peace Hall in Dongdaemun District, eastern Seoul, on July 12. [FANTAGIO]

Singer and actor Cha Eun-woo is set to enlist in the Korean military Monday, where he will serve in the Army's brass band, his agency, Fantagio, said.

The singer-actor, 28, will fulfill his service in the band after completing five weeks of basic training at a boot camp.

On Sunday night, Cha, a member of boy band Astro, connected with his fans through a YouTube livestream to share his thoughts. He described the impending enlistment as "surreal" and noted that his new military-style haircut was "the shortest" it had been since he was a toddler.

"I will be back safe and healthy. I wish all the best for you all," he said.

In Korea, all able-bodied men are required to serve between 18 and 21 months in the military.

Yonhap