Lee Min Ki

Lee Min Ki is a South Korean actor and singer.

He rose to prominence by taking the lead role in Taereung National Village (2005) before appearing in other drama series such as Because This Is My First Life (2017), My Liberation Notes (2022), and Behind Your Touch (2023).

Career

Lee Min Ki began his career in the entertainment industry back in 2005. He starred in the sport drama Taereung National Village.

He then played several more roles in Love Truly (2006) and Dal-ja’s Spring (2007).

This actor began to gain recognition around 2009. During that time, he starred in the film A Million. He then got even more popular after his role in Quick and Spellbound in 2011.

In 2013, Min Ki got the leading role in the film Very Ordinary Couple. The film was a huge hit and became a commercial success. Its popularity further launch him into stardom.

With the success of his last projects, the man from Gimhae was casted in many more leading roles.

Some of his most notable works include Monster (2014), Because This Is My First Life (2017), and The Lies Within (2019).

Other than being an actor, this Capricorn man also has a career in the music industry.

He made his debut in 2008 with a digital single Power of Love. He also released an EP titled No Kidding in August 2019.

Profile

Real Name: Lee Min Ki (이민기)
Stage Name: Lee Min Ki
Nickname: Minki, Lizard, Dracula
Birthday: January 16, 1985
Birthplace: Gimhae, South Gyeongsang Province, South Korea
Zodiac Sign: Capricorn
Nationality: Korean
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Profession: Actor, Singer
Education: Konkuk University
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Instagram: @m.m.minki
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Fan Cafe: minki111
Website: leeminki.com

Height, Weight, & Physical Appearance

Height: 183cm (6’0″)
Weight: 68kg (149 lbs)
Blood Type: A
Hair Color: Dark Brown
Eye Color: Brown
Body Measurements: 40-36-15 (Bust -40, Waist -36, and Arms -15 inches)
Shoe Size: 11 (US)

Family

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Girlfriend & Dating History

Unidentified Woman

During his appearance in Witch Hunt in 2014, he revealed that he used to date an older woman. He also admitted that the woman is about 6 years older than himself.

However, he didn’t open up about when or why they parted ways.

Actor Lee Min-ki revealed a past relationship with an older woman on JTBC’s talk show “Witch Hunt” on Friday.

When an emcee asked, “How much older?” Lee answered “6 years older,” surprising members of the audience.

Net Worth

According to multiple sources, he has accumulated around $1 million to $5 million of net worth. H appears to earn primarily from working as an actor who has appeared in various movies and drama series.

Controversies

Accused of Committing Sexual Harassment

In 2016, the actor used to be accused to be involved in a sexual assault case. However, after a thorough investigation by police he was declared to be innocent.

The rumors spreading around February that year that he had gone to a club in a Busan and encountered a woman, who later claimed sexual harassment case to the police.

According to the official statement by his agency, Lee Min Ki indeed went to the club but he wasn’t involved in the said case. The agency also stated that the woman mistakenly filed the charges.

Plastic Surgery

There is no known information on whether he has undergone any cosmetic surgery.

Facts

Min Ki grew up in Gimhae in South Gyeongsang Province.
He has one younger brother.
He performed at the 2008 Mnet KM Music Festival with the song My Way by Frank Sinatra.
The actor was enlisted for military service in August 2014 and was discharged in August 2016.
He is satisfied with how he looks.
He idolizes Kim Go Eun.
The singer has developed a sharper personality after starring in Monster.
He realizes to not live one dimensionally.
He has ambition to play all kind of characters.
His handwriting is terrible.
Sometimes he feels that he has gotten worse in acting.
He has read books about minimalism.
Min Ki wants to try playing character that is so different from his real self.
He can play the keyboard.
He feels bored when having a free time.
The man from Gimhae likes being busy working.
He often feels doubt when playing new roles.
He likes Coldplay.
This Capricorn man is a fan of Taeyang from BigBang.
In 2016, he was accused of sexual assault by a woman he met in a club. But investigation proved he’s innocent.
Min Ki started liking motorcycle after his performance in Quick.
He has quite a good voice.
He has been in the soundtrack for Rainbow Romance, Love Truly, Flower Band, and Oishii Man.
The Monster actor gets lonely sometimes and would like to be in a relationship.
He spends his free time watching dramas, going to movies, and listening to music.
He has admitted that Yoon Eun Hye has caught his eyes.
His ideal type is a woman who is healthy, has great personality, and lovable.

Movies

Decibel (2022), as Hwang Young Woo
Three Days (2020), as Priest Van
Detective K: Secret of the Living Dead (2018), as Heukdopo (special appearance)
Shoot Me in the Heart (2015), as Seung Min
For the Emperor (2014), as Lee Hwan (ex-professional baseball player)
Monster (2014), as Tae Soo
Very Ordinary Couple (2013), as Lee Dong Hee
Spellbound (2011), as Ma Jo Goo
Quick (2011), as Han Ki Soo
My Brother Young Ja Ya (2010)
A Million (2009), as Park Cheol Hee
Haeundae (2009), as Choi Hyeong Sik
Oishii Man (2009), as Hyun Suk
Romantic Island (2008), as Jung Hwan
Humming (2008), as Chun Jae
A Good Day to Have an Affair (2007), as College Student
Three Fellas (2006), as high school student 7

Drama Series

Behind Your Touch (JTBC | 2023), as Moon Jang Yeol
My Liberation Notes (JTBC | 2022), as Yeom Chang Hee
Oh! Master (MBC | 2021), as Han Bi Soo
The Lies Within (OCN | 2019), as Jo Tae Sik
The Beauty Inside (JTBC | 2018), as Seo Do Jae
What’s Wrong With Secretary Kim (tvN | 2018), as Mi-So’s father (ep.10)
Because This Is My First Life (tvN | 2017), as Nam Se Hee
Shut Up Flower Boy Band (tvN | 2012), as Joo Byung Hee (vocals)
Dalja’s Spring (KBS2 | 2007), as Kang Tae Bong
Four Gold Chasers (KBS2 | 2007)
Love Truly (MBC | 2006), as Nam Bong Ki
MBC Best Theater – Taerung National Village (MBC | 2005), as Hong Min Ki
Be Strong, Geum-Soon! (MBC | 2005), as Noh Tae Hwan

Music Video Appearances

I’m Sorry (2013) – Han So Hyeon
The Day Before (2012) – Nell
My Girl (2008) – The One
After… The Break Up (2007) – The Name ft. Choi Jin Yi
Only One for Me (2005) – Soul Star
Hit’m (2004) – Nina

Awards

2010 Baeksang Arts Awards – Best New Actor (Film) – Haeundae
2007 Style Icon Awards – New Movie Icon
2005 MBC Drama Awards – Best New Actor – Be Strong, Geum-soon!

Nominations

2023 Global Film & Television Huading Awards – Best Global Teleplay Leading Actor – My Liberation Notes
2021 MBC Drama Awards – Best Couple Award (with Nana) – Oh! My Master
2019 Soompi Awards – Best Couple Award (with Seo Hyun Jin) – The Beauty Inside
2018 Soompi Awards – Best Couple Award (with Jung So Min) – Because This Is My First Life
2018 Soompi Awards – Actor of the Year – Because This Is My First Life
2014 Baeksang Arts Awards – Most Popular Actor (Film) – Monster
2009 Blue Dragon Film Awards – Best Supporting Actor – Haeundae
2007 KBS Drama Awards – Popularity Award, Actor – Dal-ja’s Spring, Evasive Inquiry Agency
2007 KBS Drama Awards – Excellence Award, Actor in a Miniseries – Dal-ja’s Spring, Evasive Inquiry Agency
2007 Blue Dragon Film Awards – Best New Actor – A Good Day to Have an Affair
2007 Baeksang Arts Awards – Best New Actor (TV) – Love Truly
2005 KBS Drama Awards – Best Actor in a Special/One-Act Drama – Oh! Sarah, Booyong of Mt. Kyeryong
2005 KBS Drama Awards – Best Actor in a Special/One-Act Drama – My Older Brother

Quotes

“I think writing by hand is better suited to my personality than typing on a keyboard. Unfortunately, I have terrible handwriting so I’m the only one who can decipher it.”

“More than wanting to show a new side of myself, I want to be able to properly reveal the story that this drama aims to tell.”

“You shouldn’t live your life thinking one-dimensionally. People tend to simply accept the previous generation’s ways because, ultimately, they’re not sure about their own ways. It’s like brainwashing.”

“Back then, I wanted to experience everything. As it is, we only have one life to live, so I wanted to try living as a different people through acting. I hadn’t had proper training when I started acting, so I thought I needed to experience everything to be able to act.”

“There are those who think they’ve done something very well even if they’ve only done the bare minimum, and there are those who agonize over the slightest thing they lack. I’m the latter. I worry a lot about how I can make up for [fill in] the things I lack and the extent to which I lack those things.”

“A few years ago, I read a few books about minimalism and I discovered the root of all the stress I had been experiencing until then. Thanks to that, I thought a lot about how to clear things out.”

“It’s hard to say what kind of adult I want to become. I think I just want to keep on maturing. Won’t a person who grows up having had good experiences become a better person?”

Pics of Lee Min Ki

1. Min Ki is such a great model

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2. He has a gorgeous face

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3. Looking handsome in soft color

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4. He can rock even the most outrageous style

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5. Min Ki looks incredible in a sweater

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FAQs

Who is Lee Min Ki?

He is a South Korean actor and singer.

Who is Lee Min Ki’s real name?

His real name is Lee Min Ki (이민기).

What makes Lee Min Ki famous?

He became famous by taking the lead role in Taereung National Village (2005) before appearing in other drama series such as Because This Is My First Life (2017), My Liberation Notes (2022), and Behind Your Touch (2023).