Lee Seung-gi Says “Cha Eun-woo Is Stealing All My Noonas!”

Singer and actor Lee Seung-gi made a lighthearted comment about Cha Eun-woo’s collaboration on the song Because You’re My Woman, calling it a “strategic move.”

On May 7, Lee Seung-gi appeared as a guest on MBC FM4U’s “Starry Night with Kim Eana”, where he discussed his 20th debut anniversary and praised his junior and co-star Cha Eun-woo.

DJ Kim Eana teased, “Your duet with Cha Eun-woo for Because You’re My Woman—wasn’t that dangerously well-planned?”

Lee responded with a laugh, “It was very strategic.”

He added, “Eun-woo’s version feels totally different from mine.”

Then, joking about their age gap, Lee said, “Honestly, I think he has more noonas (older female fans) now than I do. There’s like a 10-year difference between us, so his age range is just wider. All these new noonas are joining in!”

The buzz stems from Lee Seung-gi’s latest album With, released in celebration of his 20th anniversary. The album features remakes of his greatest hits, including the iconic debut track Because You’re My Woman, which originally skyrocketed his popularity. In the 2024 version, Cha Eun-woo features as a guest vocalist, bringing a fresh take to the beloved ballad—and attracting a wave of fan interest.

Lee Seung-gi Balances On-Screen Chaos and Real-Life Joy in About Family

In the 2024 comedy-drama About Family (Korean title: 대가족), actor Lee Seung-gi returns to the big screen with an all-star ensemble cast. Written and directed by Yang Woo-suk, the film features Kim Yoon-seok, Lee Seung-gi, Kim Sung-ryung, Kang Han-na, Park Soo-young, Kim Si-woo, and Yoon Chae-na. The movie was released in Korean theaters on December 11, 2024, and quickly gained attention for its heartwarming, humorous portrayal of multigenerational family dynamics.

The film blends laughter and emotion as it explores the complexities of a modern Korean family, showcasing relatable struggles between parents, children, and in-laws. Lee Seung-gi’s performance—balancing comedic timing with heartfelt nuance—has been praised as a standout.

Off-screen, Lee Seung-gi is experiencing a new chapter of family life himself. On November 1, 2023, he and his wife Lee Da-in announced that they were expecting their first child. The couple welcomed their baby in early 2024, just ahead of the film’s release, making the project even more meaningful.

With About Family, Lee not only delivers a warm cinematic story about generational love and conflict—but also brings a new depth to his role as he embraces fatherhood in real life.

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