Cha Eun Woo, the popular singer and actor from the group ASTRO, completed an 11km race in about an hour. He participated as the promotional ambassador for ‘2025 The North Face 100 Gangwon,’ an international trail running event held on May 17 in South Korea.
The event took place in Gangwon Province, attracting runners from different countries. Cha Eun Woo not only attended as an ambassador but also joined the race himself. Before the run, he gave a speech to motivate the participants.
Fans were amazed by his performance and visuals after the race. Many commented on social media about how he still looked flawless even after running such a long distance. His dedication to fitness and his role as an ambassador impressed both attendees and online followers.
“Are you sure this isn’t a photoshoot?” “Am I watching a youth drama???” “How does he look like that after running an 11km race TT” “Can we please send someone else to the military and not him” “Please don’t go to the military TT”
Cha Eun Woo is currently preparing for his mandatory military service. He recently applied for the Republic of Korea Army’s military band and attended an interview on May 9. The results will be announced on May 29. If accepted, he will begin training in July.
Despite his upcoming enlistment, Cha Eun Woo remains active in his career. He is currently filming the Netflix drama The Wonder Fools, where he plays a socially awkward civil servant. He is also set to appear in the movie First Ride alongside Kang Ha Neul.
The actor has been balancing his work commitments while staying in top physical shape. His participation in the 11km race shows his discipline and stamina. Fans praised his ability to maintain his energy and appearance even after intense exercise.
ASTRO, the group Cha Eun Woo belongs to, will hold a concert in June titled The 4th ASTROAD [Stargraphy]. This will be their first full-group concert in three years, adding excitement for fans before his potential military enlistment.
Cha Eun Woo debuted in 2016 as a member of ASTRO and gained fame through dramas like My ID is Gangnam Beauty, True Beauty, and Island. His transition from an idol to a respected actor has earned him a global fanbase.
If he enlists in July, he is expected to serve for 18 months, with a discharge date around January 2027. Fans have expressed mixed emotions, supporting his duty while feeling sad about his temporary absence from the entertainment industry.
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