Watch these five dramas featuring Cha Eun-woo before he completes his military service, including horror series "Island" and the hit romance "True Beauty"
Cha Eun-woo, the multi-talented singer-actor, is currently serving his mandatory military service. But fear not, fans of the ASTRO member, as there are several K-Dramas starring him that will surely bring a smile to your face once he returns.
In the dark and intense series, Island, Cha Eun-woo plays a priest tasked with saving the world from pure evil. This fantasy thriller, set on a haunting, supernatural island, might not offer much of a romantic angle for Eun-woo's character [1].
For a lighter watch, Gangnam Beauty is a drama in which Eun-woo plays a character who falls in love with a character who underwent plastic surgery due to school bullying. This romantic comedy about self-acceptance and beauty standards is a must-see [3].
Rookie Historian Goo Hae-ryung is another historical drama starring Cha Eun-woo. Set in the Joseon era, the show includes elements of feminist rebellion, court drama, gender wars, forbidden love, and fake kings. Eun-woo's character even has a secret identity twist and a plot involving smallpox. The series is set across two timelines and features a romance between Eun-woo's character and a character named Goo Hae-ryung [4].
If you're in the mood for a romantic fantasy comedy, A Good Day to be a Dog is the perfect choice. In this absurdly fun show, Eun-woo plays a professor who falls in love with a woman who turns into a dog at midnight [4].
True Beauty is a popular romantic comedy about a girl who uses makeup to transform herself, balancing humor and heartfelt themes. Eun-woo plays Lee Su-ho, a character who falls in love with a character named Mun Ka-kyung [3].
Finally, Wonderful World, an upcoming thriller, promises to showcase Eun-woo's versatility. Scheduled to premiere on Disney+, this drama is sure to be a captivating addition to his impressive portfolio [4].
Recently, Eun-woo shared photos and videos of his military buzz cut on Instagram, giving fans a glimpse of his time in service. But with these entertaining and mood-lifting K-Dramas to look forward to, fans can take comfort in knowing that there will be plenty of opportunities to enjoy Eun-woo's acting talents upon his return.
[1] Island (2022–2023) [3] Gangnam Beauty (2018) [4] Rookie Historian Goo Hae-ryung (2019), True Beauty (2020–2021), A Good Day to Be a Dog (2023–2024), Wonderful World (2024)
- The fantasy thriller, 'Island', offers a darker side of Cha Eun-woo's acting, where he portrays a priest in a supernatural setting without a romantic angle.
- On the other hand, 'Gangnam Beauty' offers a light-hearted watch, featuring Eun-woo in a romantic comedy about self-acceptance and beauty standards.
- 'Rookie Historian Goo Hae-ryung' showcases Eun-woo in a historical drama filled with feminist rebellion, court drama, gender wars, and forbidden love, alongside a secret identity twist and a smallpox plot.
- 'Wonderful World', an upcoming thriller on Disney+, promises to bring out Eun-woo's versatility, providing a captivating addition to his acting portfolio.
