ASTRO’s Cha Eunwoo Blasted Online Over Recent Instagram Post

Amidst ongoing political turmoil in South Korea following the president’s controversial declaration of martial law — leading to widespread protests demanding his impeachment — public figures have faced heightened scrutiny.

Celebrities who have expressed solidarity with protestors have been widely praised, while those who remain silent or focus on unrelated matters have been met with criticism. ASTRO Cha Eunwoo‘s latest Instagram post has become an example of the latter.

The idol shared a series of photos from a recent VOGUE Korea photoshoot, a seemingly routine update for his fans. However, the timing of the post has drawn sharp criticism from some netizens who feel it shows a lack of awareness given the current political climate.

Comments under his post reflect the frustration of many online users. Some accuse him of ignoring the national crisis, while others urge him to acknowledge the protests or at least refrain from unrelated posts during such a sensitive time.

• “In a time when the country is struggling… Why post something like this now…?”
• “At least try to read the room…”
• “Hey, come to the National Assembly, seriously.”
• “No matter what, you know what kind of situation Korea is in right now, so why post this now?”
• “Dongmin, are you really this clueless?”

• “Right now, I’m nervously glued to YouTube because of this whole situation… Read the room.”
• “Seems like you don’t care whether the country is in chaos or not.”
• “Unlike other colleagues, instead of making a public statement about the situation, you’re doing this?”
• “Ugh, this is so annoying. Is it all about you doing well? Have some awareness.”

• “Cha Eunwoo, why are you so oblivious? Seriously, get a clue.”
• “The country is in this state, and what are you doing right now?”
• “You’re like a peach that looks good but tastes bad.”
• “Get a clue! Don’t you even watch the news?”
• “This gorgeous man always looks so amazing.”

Despite the wave of negativity, there are fans and supporters defending Eunwoo, arguing that he is not obligated to make a political statement. They believe the backlash is unwarranted as he has not taken a stance against the protestors. What are your thoughts on Cha Eunwoo’s post?

Source: Pann