Cha Eun Woo Satisfies Global Fans With His Gritty Role in ‘Wonderful World’: ‘I’ve fallen for the new…’

Cha Eun Woo is making waves with his role in the new trending K-drama "Wonderful World." Some fans expressed their satisfaction with the male star's transformation. 

Is 'Wonderful World' Cha Eun Woo's Next Successful Drama?

Marking its third week on primetime, MBC's thriller series "Wonderful World" continues to make a buzz and even topped various lists as one of the most-watched dramas today. Apart from its progressing plot, its lead star Cha Eun Woo, is also having a successful transformation as he plays the role of Kwon Sun Yul. 

Cha Eun Woo who turned into a man filled with rough-hewn charm captivated international fans. 

With Kim Nam Joo's return and explosive acting prowess, the series is already drawing widespread acclaim. In particular, the heartthrob's entrance from episode 2 has progressively magnified the spotlight on the drama. 

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He takes the character of Kwon Sun Yul, a man who is living a tough life after he lost his family. While he is busy making money for a living by doing some man work at a scrapyard, he also does secret work, where he becomes an errand runner for the politician Kim Jun (Park Hyuk Kwon).

This only means that Sun Yul is living a double life, adding intensity to his character. 

Cha Eun Woo Introduces His New Actor Image in 'Wonderful World'

Cha Eun Woo's new role is seen by many shedding his previously princely and gentle image for rugged action, and mysterious narrative, which is garnering widespread praise for his bold transformation. 

Despite only four episodes released, the actor already made an iconic scene where he was devouring Jjajangmyeon in oil-stained overalls highlighting his unadorned charm and visuals, sparkling conversations among global fans. 

In episodes 3 and 4, Cha Eun Woo's character's tragic backstory started to be revealed. His scene where he frantically sifts through dirt and underbrush along a creek to find his mother's lost necklace showcased a new side of the actor's image on the screen. 

It displayed the rawness and vulnerability of his character which had the viewers feeling a lump in their throat. His awkward yet gradually heartwarming interactions with Kim Nam Joo add layers to the heartfelt emotion of the narrative. 

Fans Call Cha Eun Woo's Transformation in 'Wonderful World' Phenomenal

Global fans shared their satisfaction with Cha Eun Woo's new character.

"I've fallen for this new side of Cha Eun Woo."

"I can't imagine Kwon Sun Yul being played by anyone else."

"I'm captivated by Eun Woo's long hair."

"Cha Eun Woo in 'Wonderful World' is phenomenal."

Furthermore, catch Cha Eun Woo every Friday and Saturday on MBC and Disney Plus. 

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Shai Collins wrote this.