Cha Jun-hwan prepares figure skating musical ice show

KBS reported that Cha Jun-hwan, described in the source as a leading figure in Korean men's figure skating, is preparing a stage that combines figure skating with musical theater. The broadcaster said Cha was seen warming up on the ice as usual, but the rehearsal had a different mood as he held a prop sword and repeatedly practiced unfamiliar, intense movements.

According to KBS, Cha is taking the lead role in an ice show that blends figure skating and musical theater during this offseason, separate from his main work as a figure skater. Cha said, 'In any case, I have crossed the mountain of the Olympics, and I think this will become a new experience, experience points and nourishment for me. It is a real challenge, but I am enjoying taking it on.'

KBS said Cha often ends up throwing himself onto the ice while working through unfamiliar ensemble choreography, but keeps smiling during practice. The broadcaster reported that his experience as a child actor has helped him become familiar with musical songs and lines, including the command 'Rise up!'

Cha said the process of practicing with actors has brought him new emotions. He said, 'As I keep practicing with the actors and matching my rhythm with them, the emotions I feel through that are very fresh and new.'

KBS reported that Cha chose another challenge instead of rest during the summer after completing his breathless third Olympic challenge. Cha said, 'The desire, ambition and passion to grow and become stronger seem to come through very strongly. I am not afraid of taking on challenges.'

According to KBS, Cha said he wants to continue becoming an inspiring athlete on the ice through his own experiences, including the ice show and an IOC Athletes' Commission challenge. Cha said, 'If there is an opportunity, I think I could also take on work where I can help in the sports community, and I will prepare this show well and work to show an entertaining production.'