Cha Eun-woo Spotted in Military Uniform: Fan Sightings Go Viral

ASTRO member and actor Cha Eun-woo, currently serving in the military, has become the talk of the town as multiple sightings of him on leave have surfaced online.

Social media platforms and online forums have been buzzing with eyewitness accounts and videos of the K-pop star during his time off.

On May 5th, an international fan reported an encounter with Cha on Seoul's Subway Line 4. The shared images and footage show the idol in full military attire, his cap pulled low. Despite the attempt at discretion, Cha's distinctive features - his prominent nose and chiseled jawline - were unmistakable. The fan initially thought, "This guy really looks like Cha Eun-woo," only to realize it was actually him after a friend confirmed the sighting.

Fans online have been quick to react to these glimpses of the star. Comments ranged from "His good looks can't be hidden by a mere cap!" to "He's still stunning even in uniform." Some joked, "Did he think a hat would be enough of a disguise?" while others admitted, "If I saw him in person, I'd be speechless!"

On May 8th, another sighting was reported on Chinese social media. A fan claimed to have spotted Cha at an upscale Korean barbecue restaurant in Seoul's trendy Cheongdam district. The poster described seeing the star exit a private dining room, gushing about his real-life handsomeness.

Earlier this year, Cha faced controversy when the National Tax Service alleged tax evasion of approximately 20 billion KRW (15 million USD) through his mother's company. After an unsuccessful pre-tax review, Cha underwent a double taxation adjustment and paid a penalty of around 13 billion KRW (9.75 million USD) in April. He is currently appealing the decision to the Tax Tribunal.

Cha Eun-woo enlisted in July 2022 and is serving in the Army's Military Band. He is scheduled to complete his mandatory service on January 27, 2027. Fans can still catch him on screen in the Netflix series "Wonderfuls," which was filmed prior to his enlistment and released in May.