Cha Eun-woo’s Ideal Type for Over 4 Years? The Actress He Keeps Admiring Is…

Cha Eun-woo, often praised as the “Face Genius” of K-pop, has charmed millions with his looks and talent but there’s one actress who has consistently captured his admiration for over four years: Shin Min-ah.
Despite being considered the ideal type of many, Cha Eun-woo himself has a clear preference. Over multiple appearances on variety and talk shows, he has repeatedly mentioned Shin Min-ah as his personal ideal type, drawing interest from fans and netizens alike.

A Consistent Choice: Shin Min-ah
In a popular “Ideal Type World Cup” segment on one program, Cha Eun-woo chose Shin Min-ah as the final winner, stating that he would love to act in a historical drama with her. His admiration wasn’t just surface-level; it came with sincere hopes of a future collaboration.


In another interview, Cha Eun-woo revealed that he became a fan of Shin Min-ah after watching her in JTBC’s political drama Chief of Staff. The performance left a lasting impression, and he expressed a desire to meet and work with her someday.
A Rising Actor with Diverse Roles
Cha Eun-woo debuted in 2016 as a member of the boy group ASTRO, but quickly expanded into acting. His breakout lead role came in the 2018 drama Gangnam Beauty on JTBC. Since then, he has led a string of successful dramas, including:
- Rookie Historian Goo Hae-ryung (MBC)
- True Beauty (tvN)
- Island (TVING)
- _A Good Day to Be a Dog _(MBC)
- Wonderful World (MBC)

His performances have received positive responses, showing growth as both an actor and entertainer.
In addition to his acting career, Cha Eun-woo continues to showcase his musical abilities. Recently, he shared a cover of YOASOBI’s hit song “Tabun” (たぶん) on his personal YouTube channel, displaying both his vocal range and emotional depth.
A Wish Yet to Be Fulfilled
Though the two stars have yet to appear together in a project, fans are hopeful. With Cha Eun-woo’s consistent admiration and his growing presence in the industry, many are waiting to see if his dream of co-starring with Shin Min-ah especially in a historical drama will one day come true.


As both artists continue to flourish in their respective careers, fans remain hopeful that a collaboration is on the horizon. Until then, the sincere admiration Cha Eun-woo holds for Shin Min-ah adds a wholesome charm to his ever-growing appeal.