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Cha Eun-woo

Cha Eun-woo is the stage name of Lee Dong-min, a South Korean singer, actor, and model.

By Ethan Anderson| Reviewed by Olivia Bennett, Standards & Fact-Checking Lead| Updated July 26, 2026|2 min read| Fact-checked

Cha Eun-woo (born Lee Dong-min on March 30, 1997) is a South Korean singer, actor, and model. He is best known as a member of the boy band Astro and for his leading roles in television dramas such as *Gangnam Beauty*, *Rookie Historian Goo Hae-ryung*, and *True Beauty*. He debuted as a solo artist in 2024 with the EP *Entity*.

Early life and education

Cha Eun-woo was born Lee Dong-min on March 30, 1997, in Gunpo, South Korea. He is South Korean and later trained to enter the entertainment industry.

Career

Cha Eun-woo made his first film appearance in *My Brilliant Life* in 2014. He later gained fame as a member of the boy band Astro. In 2024, he debuted as a solo artist with the EP *Entity*.

Acting roles

Cha Eun-woo is widely recognized for his leading roles in television dramas, including *Gangnam Beauty*, *Rookie Historian Goo Hae-ryung*, and *True Beauty*. These acting roles contributed to his popularity beyond the K-pop industry.

Public image

Cha Eun-woo is described as a singer, actor, and model. He is noted for his strong visual image in South Korean pop culture and is considered a prominent figure in the K-pop industry. His work has global reach, including substantial audiences in Canada for K-pop and Korean dramas.

Key facts

  • He is a member of the South Korean boy band Astro.
  • He made his acting debut in the film *My Brilliant Life* (2014).
  • He gained widespread recognition through *Gangnam Beauty*, *Rookie Historian Goo Hae-ryung*, and *True Beauty*.
  • He debuted as a solo artist in 2024 with the EP *Entity*.
  • He is also known for work as a model and as a public figure in Korean entertainment.
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Canadian context

Cha Eun-woo is relevant to Canadian readers through the global reach of K-pop and Korean dramas, both of which have substantial audiences in Canada.

Frequently asked questions

Who is Cha Eun-woo?
Cha Eun-woo is the stage name of Lee Dong-min, a South Korean singer, actor, and model best known as a member of Astro and for his television roles.
What group is Cha Eun-woo in?
He is a member of the South Korean boy band Astro.
When did Cha Eun-woo debut as an actor?
He made his acting debut in the film *My Brilliant Life* in 2014.
What are Cha Eun-woo’s best-known dramas?
He is best known for *Gangnam Beauty*, *Rookie Historian Goo Hae-ryung*, and *True Beauty*.
Did Cha Eun-woo release solo music?
Yes. He debuted as a solo artist in 2024 with the EP *Entity*.

References

  1. Wikipedia — https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Cha_Eun-woo
    Supports: Stage name, group membership in Astro, acting debut, notable dramas, solo debut with Entity.
  2. Apple TV — https://tv.apple.com/us/person/cha-eun-woo/umc.cpc.5w7xs31uafo4i6oh7k1ubx4e6
    Supports: Identity as Lee Dong-min, singer and actor, Astro membership, solo debut, and major acting roles.
  3. Wikipedia (French) — https://fr.wikipedia.org/wiki/Cha_Eun-woo
    Supports: Birth name, occupation, years active, agency, and solo debut.
  4. eunwooc.com — https://www.eunwooc.com/
    Supports: Birth date, profession, agency, Astro membership, and solo debut.