Chawoo of ASTRO remembers Moonbin and cries during a TV appearance, discussing his solo debut album and emotional struggles.
February/24/2024 16:34Related Groups & Members
Chawoo of ASTRO remembered Moonbin and his eyes turned red. He appeared on KBS 2TV's "THE SEASONS-Lee Hyori's Red Carpet" broadcast in Korea yesterday (23rd) and confessed, "I had a hard time last year." On this day's broadcast, he introduced his solo debut album "ENTITY" announced on the 15th. Chawoo revealed, "I want to express honestly what I have felt so far as my real name Dongmin, and it is an important album that incorporates my true feelings." When Lee Hyori said, "I heard you say, 'I can't feel at ease unless I release this album,'" Chawoo explained, "I wanted to prepare even if it took a long time, incorporating my true feelings." Chawoo, who expressed his intention to appear on "THE SEASONS-Lee Hyori's Red Carpet" from himself, said, "I don't want you to think that this album is commercially focused, so I told the office that I didn't want to do blatant publicity activities. I would be happy if it became a hit, but I couldn't actively say, 'Please listen to this!'." When Lee Hyori asked, "Why?" he took a breath as if he had something in mind and said cautiously, "Last year was personally a difficult year for me. So... um... I can't put it into words." When Lee Hyori said, "I think singers are doing well by incorporating such feelings into their albums and conveying them," Chawoo replied, "It was hard, and I cried a lot, but my heart is full. I prepared with the feeling that I want it to be conveyed well." Lee Hyori mentioned that Chawoo sang "WHERE AM I" at a fan concert held on the 17th of this month and couldn't finish it, sitting down and crying. "WHERE AM I" is a song that reminds me of Moonbin, who passed away last year. When Lee Hyori said, "Can you sing it here in acapella?" Chawoo worried, "I might cry again." Then she supported him, saying, "Don't cry, be well. Just talk. Talk about what you want to talk about." Chawoo started singing "WHERE AM I" when he heard those words, but soon his eyes turned red. ・ASTRO Chawoo, recorded song "WHERE AM I" MV released... Pay attention to the painful expression ・ASTRO Chawoo, new song debut and tearful stage... Fan concert tour kicks off in Seoul! Members also support
Related Articles
It was reported belatedly that ASTRO’s Cha Eun-woo had his exclusive contract with fantagio temporarily terminated by mutual agreement. Fantagio declined to comment further on the termination or on a contract with a corporation founded by Cha Eun-woo’s mother. The company later signed a business outsourcing deal with that corporation in July 2019 to support his entertainment activities, and the contract remains in place. The arrangement has drawn attention amid reported tax issues, including an additional tax assessment of 8.2 billion won last year.
ASTRO’s MJ and Jinjin unit ZOONIZINI will hold their first Japan-only one-night winter party in a year, “2026 ZOONIZINI SPECIAL WINTER PARTY <HOLLY JOLLY>,” in Osaka on December 6, 2026. Tickets, VIP upgrades, fan benefits, and sales schedules were also announced.
Former ASTRO member Rocky will host the 2026 ROCKY FAN CONCERT IN JAPAN in Tokyo and Kobe, along with a second mystery bus tour. In an interview, he talked about his love of autumn, his preparation, dance philosophy, creative drive, and his wish to make special memories with fans.
On the afternoon of the 17th, Kang Ye-won attended a pop-up event for the beauty brand atense held at The Hyundai Seoul in Yeongdeungpo District, Seoul.
iKON’s Donghyuk posted photos of stars currently serving in the military, including Kim Young Dae, MONSTA X’s I.M, SEVENTEEN’s Woozi, Kang Daniel, Baekho, Song Gun Hee, and Rowoon. They also shared dance videos to songs like “BAD” and “GENIE,” and had recently appeared at the 2026 Ground Forces Festival.
Police in Seoul have booked a woman in her 50s on suspicion of violating communications secrecy laws by allegedly eavesdropping on ASTRO member Cha Eun-woo’s conversation at a cafe in Yongsan by placing a listening device under a table. Investigators are checking for accomplices and the device’s source.
TV Aichi and Busan MBC will produce Season 3 of the Japan-Korea drama "Do-Suru? Gohan". ASTRO’s Jinjin returns as the lead, alongside Yoshihara Masato, with filming in Aichi, Gifu, and Busan. The 10-episode series is set to air on TV Aichi from January 2027.
On the afternoon of the 26th, a media distribution preview for the animated film "Agami" was held at CGV Yongsan I'Park Mall in Yongsan District, Seoul, attended by Kang Ha-neul, Yoo Jae-myung, Kim So-yeon, and director Ahn Jae-hoon. Based on Ku Byeong-mo's novel, the film depicts the dazzling story of Gon, the only child in a world with gills, and the being that was everything to him.
ASTRO’s MJ has taken his first full-fledged step as a solo artist with the release of his debut single, "Right..?". He actively participated in the lyrics, composition, and overall production, filling the work with his own musical color. The title track, "1~10, 1 minute ago (stopped at 9)", is a rock-based song about hesitation and unspoken feelings in a one-sided crush, expressed with witty lyrics and a bright, refreshing vocal style.
Former ASTRO member Rocky, now active as a solo artist, will hold the 2026 ROCKY FAN CONCERT IN JAPAN in Tokyo on November 6 and in Kobe on November 8, 2026. The four-show event, titled “Fake It,” will feature performances and talk, with VIP benefits including rehearsal viewing, a handshake event, and a signed VIP PASS.
