Cha Eun-woo (Astro): profile, age, religion, net worth, height, dramas, tv shows
Lee Dong-min (born March 30, 1997), well known as Cha Eun-woo is a South Korean singer, actor, and model. He is a member of the South Korean boy group Astro. Cha is under the label of Fantagio. He made his acting debut in the film My Brilliant Life in 2014.
Basic Information
| Name: | Lee Dong Min |
| Stage Name: | Cha Eun-woo |
| English Name: | Felix |
| Hangul: | 차은우 |
| Date Of Birth: | 30 March 1997 |
| Age: | 25 Years Old |
| Place Of Birth: | Gunpo, Gyeonggi Province, South Korea |
| Nationality: | Korean |
| Zodiac Sign: | Aries |
| Blood Type: | B |
| Occupation: | Actor, Singer, Model |
| Years Active: | 2015 – Present |
| Agent: | Fantagio |
| Associated Act | Astro |
| Height: | 6 ft 0 in (183 cm) |
| Weight: | 73 kg (161 lbs) |
| Siblings: | Brother |
| Education: | Sungkyunkwan University |
| Marital Status: | Single |
| Net Worth: | $10 Million |
Early Life
Cha Eun-woo was born in March 30, 1997, in Sabon District, Gunpo, Gyeonggi Province, South Korea. He has a younger brother who is studying in China. He attended Suri Middle School, and then Suri High School. Cha graduated in 2016 from Hanlim Multi Art School.
Cha Eun-woo is currently attending Sungkyunkwan University and he is majouring in acting.
Career
Cha Eun-woo rose to fame as an actor in the film My Brilliant Life. He was cast with the other members of Astro in a web-drama To Be Continued in 2015. Cha starred in My Romantic Some Recipe. He played in Hit the Top and Sweet Revenge in 2017. In 2018 Cha was cast in Top Management.
Cha Eun-woo’s first leading role was in Gangnam Beauty in 2018. He was cast in Rookie Historian Goo Hae-ryung alongside Shin Se-kyung. Cha was announced to be a cast member of the new variety show, Handsome Tigers, alongside Joy, Lee Sang-yoon, Yoo Seon-ho, and Seo Jang-hoon. He starred in True Beauty alongside Moon Ga-young.
Cha Eun-woo starred in Decibel with Kim Rae-won, Lee Jong-suk and Lee Sang-hee in 2021. He played in Island alongside Kim Nam-gil, Lee Da-hee and Sung Joon. Cha released “Don’t Cry, My Love” for the official soundtrack of comic Under The Oak Tree, a ballad song featuring a piano performance.
Cha Eun-woo recorded “Focus on Me” as part of the soundtrack for a Kakao webtoon, The Villainess Is a Marionette in 2022. his schedules were cancelled when he tasted positive for COVID-19.
Donations
Cha Eun-woo donated 10 million won to help support the victims of the Sokcho Fire in 2019. He also donated 30 million won to help those affected by COVID-19 pandemic in South Korea in February 2020.
Endorsements
Cha Eun-woo became the Penshoppe’s international ambassador in 2021. He then became the brand model for ‘Noona Holdak’ Chicken brand in March 2021. Later the same year he became the new model for O’Neill. Cha was then selected as a brand ambassador for Burberry.
Cha Eun-woo was chosen to be the brand ambassador for Burberry in July 2021. He was selected as Konvy’s first presenter. Cha became a model of the health functional food “perilla in the eyes”. He became the new muse of DASHU Perfume. Cha was selected as a model for Samhwa Foods in August 2021.
Cha Eun-woo became the new brand ambassador for MS GLOW. He was chosen to be the muse for premium hair styling brand DASHU. Cha also became the new brand ambassador for Mister Potato. He is the current model for contemporary men’s clothing brand Liberclassy.
Movies
- 2021 – Decibel as Jeon Tae-ryong
- 2014 – My Palpitating Life as Healthy Han Ah Reum
- 2018 – The Great Battle as border soldier
K-drama series
- 2022 – Island | OCN as Priest John
- 2020-2021 – True Beauty | tvN as Lee Soo-Ho
- 2019 – Rookie Historian Goo Hae-Ryung | MBC as Lee Rim
- 2018 – ID: Gangnam Beauty | JTBC as Do Kyung-Seok
- 2017 – Sweet Revenge | Oksusu as Eun-Woo
- 2017 – Hit the Top | KBS2 as MJ
Web series
- 2019 – Soul Plate | Naver TVCast, YouTube as Angel Raviel
- 2018 – To Be Continued | MBC Every1 as Himself
- 2018 – Top Management | Youtube Red as Woo Yeon-woo
- 2017 – Sweet Revenge | Oksusu as Himself
- 2016 – My Romantic Some Recipe | Naver TVCast as Himself
Hosting
| Year | Title | Network | Remarks |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2021 | Seoul International Drama Awards | MBC | With Park Eun-bin |
| 2021 | Dream Concert | LIVECONNECT | With Leeteuk and Kim Do-yeon |
| 2021 | With Kim Seol-hyun and Rowoon | KBS2 | With Kim Seol-hyun and Rowoon |
| 2020 | KBS Song Festival | KBS2 | With Jung Yun-ho and Shin Ye-eun |
| 2020 | Dream Concert | V Live, YouTube | With Eunhyuk and Lia |
| 2020 | SBS Entertainment Awards | SBS | With Shin Dong-yup and Lee Seung-gi |
| 2019 | MBC Gayo Daejejeon | MBC | With Jang Sung-kyu and YoonA |
| 2018 | Dream Concert | SBS | With Yoon Shi-yoon and Seol In-ah |
| 2018 | MBC Gayo Daejejeon | MBC | With Noh Hong Chul, Minho and YoonA |
| 2017 | MBC Gayo Daejejeon | MBC | With Suho and YoonA |
| 2016-2018 | Show! Music Core | MBC | With Kim Sae-ron, Lee Soo-min and Xiyeon |
Variety shows
| Year | Title | Network | Role |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2020-2021 | Master in the House | SBS | Cast member |
| 2020 | Handsome Tigers | SBS | Cast member |
| 2018 | Dead If Shot | Naver | Cast member |
| 2016 | Law of the Jungle in New Caledonia | SBS | Cast member |
Awards and Nominations
| Year | Award cermony | Category | Work | Remarks |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2021 | Brand of the Year Awards | Acting Idol of the Year (Male) | Cha Eun-woo | Won |
| 2021 | Asia Artist Awards | Popularity Award – Actor | Cha Eun-woo | Nominated |
| 2021 | Brand Customer Loyalty Awards | Best Male Idol-Actor | Cha Eun-woo | Won |
| 2021 | Asia Artist Awards | Emotive Award – Actor | True Beauty | Won |
| 2020 | APAN Music Awards | Entertainer of the Year (Male) | Cha Eun-woo | Nominated |
| 2020 | SBS Entertainment Awards | Rookie Award | Master in the House | Won |
| 2020 | Newsis K-EXPO Cultural Awards | Seoul Tourism Organization CEO Award | Cha Eun-woo | Won |
| 2019 | Soompi Awards | Best Idol Actor | Gangnam Beauty | Nominated |
| 2019 | MBC Drama Awards | Best Couple Award | Cha Eun-woo (with Shin Se-kyung) in Rookie Historian Goo Hae-ryung | Won |
| 2019 | Soompi Awards | Best Couple Award | Cha Eun-woo (with Im Soo-hyang) Gangnam Beauty | Nominated |
| 2019 | Korea First Brand Awards | Male Idol-Actor Award | Gangnam Beauty | Won |
| 2019 | Soompi Awards | Breakout Actor | Gangnam Beauty | Won |
| 2019 | iQiyi Entertainment Awards | Most Charming Actor | Gangnam Beauty | Won |
| 2019 | MBC Drama Awards | Excellence Award for an Actor in a Wednesday-Thursday Drama | Rookie Historian Goo Hae-ryung | Won |
| 2019 | Korea First Brand Awards | Male Commercial Model Award | Cha Eun-woo | Won |
| 2018 | Yahoo! Asia Buzz Awards | Most Searched Rookie Actor | Gangnam Beauty | Won |
| 2018 | Korea Drama Awards | Best New Actor | Gangnam Beauty | Won |
| 2018 | Asia Artist Awards | Rising Star Award | Gangnam Beauty | Won |
| 2018 | Korea Drama Awards | Hallyu Star Award | Gangnam Beauty | Won |
| 2017 | MBC Entertainment Awards | Rookie Award in Show (Male) | Show! Music Core | Nominated |
| 2017 | MTN Broadcast Advertising Festival | CF Male Star Award | Cha Eun-woo | Won |
| 2016 | MBC Entertainment Awards | Rookie Award in Music / Talk Show (Male) | Show! Music Core | Nominated |
Net Worth
Cha Eun-woo has a net worth that is estimated to be $10 million.
Frequently Asked Questions About Cha Eun-woo
Is Cha Eun-woo pure Korean?
Yes, Cha Eun Woo is a pure Korean because both his parents are Koreans he was born in Sabon District, Gunpo, Gyeonggi Province, South Korea.
Why did Cha Eun-woo change his name?
Cha Eun Woo changed his name because its common for Idols to change their names and get English names but for him he decided to get a Korean name.
Does Cha Eun-woo have an English name?
Yes, his English name is Felix.
What is Cha Eun-woo age?
Cha Eun-woo is 25 years old given the fact that he was born on March 30, 1997.
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