Singer and actor Cha Eunwoo just took the word “serving” to the next level! Even while fulfilling his mandatory military service, the actor left multiple projects completed, and he’s serving each to fans with gusto. For the unversed, the K-pop superstar has three releases in line: his second mini-album “ELSE,” the movie “First Ride,” and the Netflix series “The Wonderfools.” Talk about a triple threat!
Let’s break it down: His second EP, “ELSE,” is currently being promoted by his agency, Fantagio. The mini-album is a heartfelt gift to fans who have missed him during his enlistment, and will be released on November 21, 2025, along with the music video for its main single. Then, his movie “The First Ride” was officially premiered on October 29, 2025, and it earned the actor praise due to his performance. Meanwhile, “The Wonderfools” is a comedy K-Drama that still has no confirmed release date, though fans speculate it could premiere later this year or in early 2026.
📰 Cha Eunwoo at the APEC Summit Gala Dinner
“Cha Eunwoo’s surprise appearance at the event drew even more attention. On the 30th, multiple eyewitness accounts titled "Cha Eunwoo Spotted at the APEC Site" surfaced on online communities. It was reported that Cha Eunwoo, serving… pic.twitter.com/jJD8CAOtRo
— CHA EUNWOO 차은우 INTERNATIONAL (@ChaEunwooINTL) October 31, 2025
Adding to his star power, Cha Eunwoo was also formally requested to host the APEC Summit Welcome Dinner Cultural Performance. Despite being an active military member, the Ministry of National Defense still approved of his appearance at the event. Just like that, Cha Eunwoo is serving South Korea’s forces while also keeping us entertained with his musical, acting, and hosting magic.