Cha Hyun-seung Returns to Waterbomb Stage with Sunmi After Cancer Battle

Korean dancer Cha Hyun-seung (차현승), who rose to fame after appearing on the first season of the reality dating show “Single’s Inferno,” is also a YouTuber and model. For years, he has been known as singer Sunmi’s (선미) dedicated dance partner, earning him the nickname “Stage God.” Last year, Cha revealed he had been diagnosed with leukemia. After announcing his successful recovery late last year, he recently made a healthy return to the “Waterbomb Seoul 2026” stage, performing with Sunmi for the first time in a while. Their performance not only showcased their signature chemistry but also featured Cha lifting Sunmi high, creating a thrilling moment that moved fans, who exclaimed, “It’s so touching to see him back healthy.”

On July 26, Sunmi took to the Global Stage at KINTEX’s outdoor venue in Goyang, Gyeonggi Province, for “Waterbomb Seoul 2026.” She performed several songs, including her new track “Forever July,” igniting the atmosphere with her fiery performance.

The most captivating moment of the show was the surprise appearance of Cha Hyun-seung, Sunmi’s dance partner of many years. The duo delivered a perfectly synchronized performance, showcasing their powerful chemistry. During the act, Cha lifted Sunmi high into the air, a familiar move that instantly reignited the crowd’s excitement as the iconic pair reunited.

Waterbomb’s official social media shared a video of their performance after the show, captioning it: “This is it! They’re back! Waterbomb Sunmi x Cha Hyun-seung stage.” The video quickly sparked enthusiastic discussions among netizens.