ASTRO member Cha Eun Woo has once again captured fans' hearts, but this time, it’s with his adorable family moments!

In the December 6 premiere of tvN's variety show Rented in Finland, Cha Eun Woo gave fans a rare glimpse into his family life. Before heading to Finland, the idol-actor filmed himself practicing his cooking skills at his mom’s house.

While showing off his kitchen abilities, Cha Eun Woo revealed, "This is my mom’s house. I came here for a visit." With his mom guiding him, he whipped up stir-fried pork (jeyuk bokkeum) and stir-fried bell peppers (gochujang japchae).

Fans couldn’t get enough of his playful side as he jokingly complained about chopping carrots, saying, “I don’t like carrots,” while also showing his sweet side by warning his mom, “Mom, watch out for the oil splattering.”

The highlight? His handsome younger brother made a surprise appearance! The younger sibling, who recently became a hot topic online for his visuals, watched Cha Eun Woo cook and gave his stamp of approval after tasting the food. Cha Eun Woo beamed with pride, jokingly saying, “I’ve been approved by Lee Dong Hwi!”

Interestingly, Cha Eun Woo’s brother’s name is also Lee Dong Hwi. In a lighthearted moment, Cha Eun Woo teased him, “Actor Dong Hwi-hyung will be there. Say something to him!” His brother responded warmly, saying, “Hyung-nim, I always support you.”

Their mom also couldn’t stop praising her son’s cooking, while his brother kept an eye on him, making sure he didn’t get hurt. Fans loved seeing their warm bond and the genuine love between the siblings.

Cha Eun Woo’s family moments were the perfect mix of sweetness and laughter, leaving fans eagerly awaiting more from Rented in Finland.

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IVE has officially kicked off their latest era with a massive global bang!

The girl group, made up of Ahn Yujin, Gaeul, Rei, Jang Wonyoung, Liz, and Lee Seo, released their pre-release track "REBEL HEART" from their upcoming third EP IVE EMPATHY on January 13, and the response has been nothing short of incredible. The group is making waves across global charts, proving their dominance once again.

As of 8 AM on January 14, IVE soared to the #1 spot on the iTunes Top K-pop Song chart in six countries/regions, including Vietnam, the Philippines, Romania, Portugal, Indonesia, and Hong Kong. They also claimed second place in New Zealand, Hungary, and Taiwan. In countries like Germany, Japan, Australia, Canada, and France, IVE maintained top spots, taking the #1 position in 14 countries/regions worldwide.

The group also topped the iTunes Top Song chart, reaching #1 in Cambodia and Hong Kong and landing in the Top 10 in nine other regions, including the Philippines, Bahrain, Vietnam, Indonesia, Singapore, Taiwan, and Thailand—an outstanding global achievement for the group.

The "REBEL HEART" music video, featuring the members' emotional performances and stunning visuals, hit 5 million views just 16 hours after its release. By 10 AM, it claimed the #1 spot on YouTube's Trending Music videos, continuing to captivate fans worldwide. The video also secured #2 on YouTube’s Worldwide Music Video Trending, while the teaser video, which was released earlier, ranked 11th, solidifying IVE’s spot as a global powerhouse.

In South Korea, "REBEL HEART" was an instant hit. It topped the Bugs real-time chart, claimed the #1 spot on Melon HOT100 (just 30 days after its release), and dominated Vibe's domestic rising chart. The track also ranked 5th on Melon HOT100 (100 days after release), 22nd on the TOP100, and 13th on Genie TOP100, marking a very successful comeback.

With its sweet strings, upbeat drums, and addictive charm, "REBEL HEART" showcases a bold transformation driven by self-confidence and the theme of "empathy." The track is just the beginning of a deeper, more evolved musical journey for IVE.

As IVE continues their global activities with "REBEL HEART," fans can expect even more from this multi-talented group.

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