Here’s Why Fans Think Extraordinary You Actor Rowoon Looks Unrecognisable In Recent Appearance
Rowoon's recent appearance change triggered a heated discussion among netizens.
In a recent appearance, former SF9 member and idol-turned-actor Rowwon shocked netizens with his dramatic transformation in appearance. The 29-year-old actor was spotted at the Calvin Klein flagship store in Harajuku, Japan, on August 29, where his weight gain became the immediate topic of far-reaching speculation regarding his health and lifestyle changes. Read on to know more.
Extraordinary You Actor Rowoon’s Dramatic Transformation
In 2023, Rowoon announced that he would be leaving SF9; since then, he has gone on to star in multiple hit K-dramas and movies. Rowoon is also considered one of the most handsome and striking celebrities in the industry, securing numerous brand endorsements. His recent look, however, was dramatically different from the slick, slender appearance with which fans had grown familiar, prompting a storm of shocked responses online.
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Though the drastic change in his physique generated concern among some, industry experts and fans were quick to note that the actor himself had just admitted to it as mere weight gain. The timing is also consistent with his impending compulsory military service, which could be the reason behind his more laid-back look.
FNC Entertainment Responds
His agency, FNC Entertainment, confirmed that Rowoon will formally enlist as an active-duty soldier next month following an initial delay in July because of health issues when he underwent his physical exam. The company assured fans that he is undergoing training in good health, clarifying months of speculation.
The change in Rowoon’s visuals also comes just ahead of the release of his next major project, The Murky Stream, a Disney+ drama that premieres on September 26. The series has already caused buzz for his dark “tough guy” makeover, which will be his last role before military enlistment.
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This heated discussion of his transformation also shows how the lives of public figures are under a microscope, especially if they do not conform to Korea’s strict beauty standards. Whether his appearance change and weight gain are for his upcoming military enlistment or some other reason, fans hope he is doing well and bid him farewell as he diligently completes his duties and comes back.
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First Published: September 08, 2025 12:04 PM
