Even the military can’t dim Cha Eun-woo’s charm as he surprises fans with Sohyang meeting

Sohyang, left, and Cha Eun-woo / Captured from Sohyang's social media

Cha Eun-woo may be serving in the military, but his star power — and looks — remain very much intact. The ASTRO member and actor drew fresh attention this week after veteran vocalist Sohyang shared photos of a surprise meeting with him during an official Ministry of National Defense event, quickly sparking buzz across social media.

On Thursday, Sohyang posted several photos on her personal social media account with the caption, “Went to a Ministry of National Defense performance… yay!!” The images show Sohyang standing beside Cha, both smiling brightly in a relaxed and warm atmosphere that fans found instantly heartwarming.

Cha appeared with a short military haircut and a neat suit, a look that many fans joked was “too polished for the barracks.” Despite being in active service, his appearance quickly became a talking point online, with fans saying the military “still can’t hide his looks.”

The post gained further traction when comedian Jo Hye-ryun left a comment saying “Amazing,” amplifying the moment’s virality among fans and fellow entertainers.

The meeting reportedly took place in connection with a Ministry of National Defense performance, with the friendly photos taken backstage afterward.

Cha enlisted in July this year and is currently serving in the Army band, where he has been carrying out his duties diligently. His expected discharge date is Jan. 27, 2027. Even while fulfilling mandatory military service, updates like this continue to reassure fans — and fuel online chatter — that his presence remains unmistakable.

This article from Xportsnews is adapted by a generative AI system and edited by The Korea Times.