Personal Details :
- Full Name: Park Cho-a (박초아)
- Stage Name: Choa
- Date of Birth: March 6, 1990
- Place of Birth: Incheon, South Korea
- Nationality: South Korean
- Height: 160 cm (5 ft 3 in)
- Weight: Approximately 44 kg (97 lbs)
- Blood Type: A
- Education: Kyung Hee University
- Occupation: Singer, Actress
- Debut: 2012 with AOA
- Agency: FNC Entertainment (until 2017)
Social Media Presence :
- Instagram: @queenchoa_
- TikTok: @queenchoa_
- Facebook: ChoaOfficial
- Twitter: No official Twitter account available
- YouTube: No official YouTube channel
Career Overview :
- 2012: Debuted as the main vocalist of the girl group AOA under FNC Entertainment.
- 2013-2016: Gained popularity through AOA’s hit songs like “Miniskirt,” “Heart Attack,” and “Like a Cat.”
- 2016: Expanded her career into solo activities including OST contributions and variety show appearances.
- 2017: Announced hiatus and eventual departure from AOA and FNC Entertainment due to health reasons.
- Post-2017: Pursued solo music projects, acting roles, and occasional public appearances.
Personal Life & Interests :
- Health: Choa has been open about her struggles with mental health, including anxiety and depression.
- Hobbies: She enjoys singing, cooking, and spending time with close friends and family.
- Personality: Known for her bright and cheerful personality, both on and off stage.
- Interests: Interested in acting and has taken part in several drama projects post her idol career.
- Philanthropy: Participates in charity events and supports mental health awareness campaigns.
- Privacy: Chooses to keep much of her personal life private, focusing on her well-being and career.
Net Worth :
As of 2025, former AOA member Choa has transitioned from her idol career to become a successful YouTuber and investor, surpassing her earnings from her time in the girl group.
YouTube Success
Choa launched her YouTube channel after a hiatus, gaining significant attention. She currently has around 420,000 subscribers and has mentioned that she now earns more from YouTube than she did during her AOA days. She humorously added that she didn’t make much money during her time with AOA, joking, “I kind of want to drag myself back to AOA now.”
Stock Investments
In addition to her YouTube income, Choa has ventured into stock investments. She began investing during the COVID-19 pandemic and has reported a profit of approximately ₩10 million KRW (about $9,000 USD). She starts her day at 9 AM to monitor the stock market and has found success in this area as well.
Mental Health and Career Transition
Choa left AOA in 2017 due to mental health challenges, including depression and insomnia. During her hiatus, she focused on rest and recovery, which contributed to her decision to pursue YouTube and other ventures. She expressed that the process she went through brought many subscribers when she started YouTube, and she now lives off her YouTube earnings.
Awards & Achievements :
- With AOA (Ace of Angels):
- Golden Disc Awards – New Artist Award (2013)
- Mnet Asian Music Awards (MAMA) – Best Dance Performance (Female Group) for “Like a Cat” (2014)
- Seoul Music Awards – Bonsang Award (2014)
- Gaon Chart K-Pop Awards – New Artist of the Year (2013)
- Solo/Other Achievements:
- Successful YouTube career with over 400,000 subscribers
- Advocate for mental health awareness
- Profitable ventures in stock investments
Fun Facts :
- Choa is known for her powerful and clear vocal tone, often praised as one of the best vocalists in K-pop.
- She took a hiatus from the entertainment industry to focus on her mental health and well-being.
- After leaving AOA, Choa successfully transitioned into a popular YouTuber, gaining a large subscriber base.
- She is also interested in stock investing and has shared her experiences publicly.
- Choa is fluent in Korean and has basic knowledge of Japanese and English.