Born on October 24, 2000, in Busan as Kim Min-woo, Cha Woo-min (차우민) is one of the most promising new faces in K-dramas. A graduate of the Seoul Institute of the Arts, he quickly stood out for his charisma and intensity, becoming a rising star in series aimed at the younger generation.
After a remarkable debut in Weak Hero (2022), he drew attention for his portrayal of Go Kyung-jun in the survival thriller Night Has Come (2023), a role that showcased his potential. He then solidified his rise to fame with the film Brave Citizen before moving on to the next set of projects.
The year 2025 marks a real turning point. He joins the cast of Buried Hearts, appears in Melo Movie and Spirit Fingers, but it is above all his portrayal of Pi Han-wool in Study Group which catapulted his popularity. His character, as formidable as he is magnetic, makes him one of the most memorable villains of the year.
In 2026, Cha Woo-min takes on a new challenge. He lands his first leading role in My Bias, My Boss, reprises his iconic role in Study Group Season 2 and also appears in the Netflix romance Take Charge of My Heart (Recharge My Heart). This string of projects confirms his status as a rising star of the Hallyu wave and one of the young talents most closely watched by fans.
Capable of portraying everything from rebellious high school students to more sensitive characters, Cha Woo-min captivates audiences with his intense gaze, his physical acting, and his on-screen presence. With several major roles under his belt before he even turned 26, he has already established himself as one of the new generation of actors poised to dominate K-dramas in the coming years.
