Shin Min Ah

Shin Min Ah is a Korean actress and model.

She became famous because of her modeling career that began in 1998, before expanding her career into the acting industry and appearing in various hit drama series such as My Girlfriend is Gumiho (2010) and Oh My Venus (2015-2016).

Career

Shin Min Ah started her career in the modeling industry from a young age. She was still in school when she decided to send her pictures to a youth magazines called Kiki Magazine.

The publication selected her to become their model. This young girl started working for them in 1998.

Since then, her career has exploded into a massive success. She became a household name in the modeling industry.

In 2009, Shin Min Ah was invited to Milan, Italy to do a photo-shoot for Elle Korea.

She worked with Jamie Dornan for the Calvin Klein brand. The beautiful model was also featured on The New Times’ T Magazine.

Other than taking on the modeling world, Shin Min Ah also worked as an actress. At first, she started by appearing on several music videos from the boyband g.o.d.

Then in 2001, she got her first role as supporting actress in Beautiful Days. It didn’t take long for her to rise to stardom as her next films Volcano High and Madeleine successfully brought her fame.

Over the years, the woman from Seongnam continued on taking many more roles in films and televisions. This includes her first leading role in the 2005 drama series A Love to Kill.

Some of her other iconic roles are in My Girlfriend Is a Nine-Tailed Fox (2010), Arang and the Magistrate (2012), and the critically acclaimed indie film Sisters on the Road (2009).

Profile

Real Name: Yang Min Ah (양민아)
Stage Name: Shin Min Ah (신민아)
Nickname: CF Queen of South Korea.
Birthday: April 5, 1984
Birthplace: Seongnam, Gyeonggi Province, South Korea
Zodiac Sign: Aries
Nationality: Korean
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Profession: Actress, Model
Education: Hyosung High School, Dongguk Universit
Hobbies: Listening to music, reading books, skating
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Height, Weight & Physical Appearance

Height: 168 cm (5’5″)
Weight: 66 Kg (145,5 lbs)
Blood Type: O
Hair color: Brown
Eye color: Brown
Body measurements: 34-24-35 inches
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Family

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Boyfriend & Dating History

Kim Woo Bin

Kim Woo Bin and Min Ah met in 2015. That same year, Dispatch released the report that they were dating.

Both of their agencies confirmed to Dispatch’s reports and they have been dating ever since. Recently in 2022, they were seen on a drama series together, Our Blues.

However, further details into their relationship is unavailable as they are famously very private about their relationship.

Net Worth

Shin Min Ah has an estimated net worth range between $4 million to $8 million. She mainly earns from her career as an actress, model as well as brand endorsement deals.

Plastic Surgery

There has been no confirmation that Min Ah did any surgery.

Facts

Shin Min Ah is friends with Oh Yoon Ah and Gong Hyo Jin.
She has allergy reaction to pea and cucumber.
She is a bit shy and nervous on variety shows.
This actress can open up and be a fun person to close friends.
She likes reading books.
She loves spending times by listening to music.
This model also likes skating.
She has admitted that she was a lazy person in the past.
Some of the brands she has worked with as a model are Giordano, Chum Churum, LG, and Canon.
In 2009, Shin Min Ah published a book titled Shin Min-a’s French Diary.
She has made a 100 million won donation towards medical staff and vulnerable groups due to Covid-19.
She has taken part in some of her dramas’ soundtrack, such as in the Arang and the Magistrate and My Girlfriend is a Nine-Tailed Fox.
For her role in Diva, this Aries woman took diving lessons.
She feels a bit of regret for starting her career really early because she didn’t have normal school life.
Shin Min Ah has learned cello and boxing because of the drama series she’s in.
In 2011, she became the first Asian Model to work for American clothing brand Rag & Bone for the DIY Project.
Because of her popularity as a model, she’s been called the CF Queen of South Korea.
The woman from Seongnam is considered a triple threat because of her talent in modeling, acting, and also singing.
She’s been in a relationship with actor Kim Woo Bin since May 2015.
According to reports on December 28, 2020, She donated 260 million Won ($204,869.60 USD) to charities this winter holiday, including the Community Chest of Korea and Asan Medical Center in Seoul.
Her ideal type is…

Movies

Our Season (2022), as Jin Ju
Diva (2020), as Yi Young
A Quiet Dream (2016), as Min A (cameo)
My Love, My Bride (2014), as Mi Young
Gyeongju (2014), as Kong Yoon Hee
The X (2013), as Min Ah
A Million (2009), as Jo Yoo Jin
Sisters on the Road (2009), as Myung Eun
The Naked Kitchen (2009), as Ahn Mo Rae
Go Go 70s (2008), as Mimi
My Mighty Princess (2008), as Kang So Hwi
The Beast and the Beauty (2005), as Jang Hae Joo
Sad Movie (2005), as Ahn Soo Eun
A Bittersweet Life (2005), as Hee Soo
Madeleine (2003), as Hie Jin
Volcano High (2001), as Yu Chae I

Drama Series

Karma (Netflix | 2024), as TBA
Because I Want No Loss (tvN | 2024), as Son Hae Young
Our Blues (tvN | 2022), as Min Sun A
Hometown Cha-Cha-Cha (tvN | 2021), as Yoon Hye Jin
Chief of Staff 2 (JTBC | 2019), as Kang Seon Yeong
Chief of Staff (JTBC | 2019), as Kang Seon Yeong
Tomorrow With You (tvN | 2017), as Song Ma Rin
Oh My Venus (KBS2 | 2015-2016), as Kang Joo Eun
Arang and the Magistrate (MBC | 2012), as Ah Rang
My Girlfriend is Gumiho (SBS | 2010), as Mi Ho
The Lucifer (KBS2 | 2007), as Seo Hae In
A Love to Kill (KBS2 | 2005), as Cha Eun Seok
Punch (SBS | 2003), as Jang Yu Bin
Beautiful Days (SBS | 2001), as Lee Min Ji
Yesterday (1997), as Noh Hee Jung

Awards

2022 APAN Star Awards – Top Excellence Award, Actress in a Miniseries – Hometown Cha-Cha-Cha, Our Blues
2016 Seoul International Drama Awards – Outstanding Korean Actress – Oh My Venus
2015 Baeksang Arts Awards – InStyle Fashionista Award
2015 KBS Drama Awards – Best Couple Award (with So Ji Sub) – Oh My Venus
2015 Wildflower Film Awards – Special Jury Prize – Gyeong Ju
2012 MBC Drama Awards – Best Couple (with Lee Joon Gi) – Arang and the Magistrate
2011 Cosmo Beauty Awards – Beauty Icon of the Year
2010 Korean Advertisers Association Awards – Good Model Award
2010 SBS Drama Awards – Excellence Award, Actress in a Drama Special – My Girlfriend is Gumiho
2010 SBS Drama Awards – Best Couple (with Lee Seung Gi) – My Girlfriend is Gumiho
2010 SBS Drama Awards – Top 10 Stars – My Girlfriend is Gumiho
2010 Style Icon Awards – Style Icon Actress, TV category – My Girlfriend is Gumiho
2010 TVCF Awards – Best CF Model
2009 Chunsa Film Art Awards – Best Actress – Go Go 70s
2009 Max Movie Awards – Best Actress – Go Go 70s
2009 Mnet 20’s Choice Awards – Hot Fashionista
2009 Style Icon Awards – Female Fashionista
2008 University Film Festival of Korea – Best Supporting Actress – Go Go 70s
2006 Dior Timeless Beauty Award – Recipient
2003 SBS Drama Awards – New Star Award – Punch

Nominations

2022 APAN Star Awards – Popularity Star Award, Actress – Hometown Cha-Cha-Cha
2021 Blue Dragon Film Awards – Best Leading Actress – Diva
2015 Baeksang Arts Awards – Best Actress (Film) – Gyeongju
2015 KBS Drama Awards – Top Excellence Award, Actress – Oh My Venus
2012 MBC Drama Awards – Top Excellence Award, Actress in a Miniseries – Arang and the Magistrate
2008 Korean Film Awards – Best Supporting Actress – Go Go 70s
2007 KBS Drama Awards – Excellence Award, Actress in a Miniseries – Lucifer

Quotes

“Love is the essence of energy for life.”

“These kinds of scripts telling the stories of women are very rare.”

“When you receive love, you become more beautiful because of the confidence it gives you.”

“I’m getting more comfortable with how I look on the surface – by becoming more free with my looks, I’m able to emit a more relaxed vibe.”

“In Hollywood as well as other countries, there’s an increasing number of films that women can lead in, which is really welcoming news, and I’m really happy to be able to film a women-centric movie.”

Pics of Shin Min Ah

1. Shin Min Ah in colorful photo-shoot

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2. She’s showing off her modeling skill

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3. Her face and skin look absolutely flawless

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4. Shin Min Ah is looking like an angel lost on the field

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5. Loving her cheeky smile here

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FAQs

Who is Shin Min Ah?

She is a Korean actress and model.

Who is Shin Min Ah’s real name?

Her real name is Yang Min Ah (양민아).

What makes Shin Min Ah famous?

Where is Shin Min Ah from?

She was born in Seongnam, Gyeonggi Province, South Korea.

How old is Shin Min Ah?

She was born in 1984, and she is 40 years old as of 2024.

When does Shin Min Ah celebrate her birthday?

She celebrates on the 5th of every April.

How tall is Shin Min Ah?

Her height is 5’5″ or 168 cm.

Who are Shin Min Ah’s parents?

She did not reveal the names of her father and mother.

Is Shin Min Ah married?

No, she is currently unmarried. But she is in a relationship with Kim Woo Bin.

Who is Shin Min Ah’s ex-boyfriend?

Her ex-boyfriend is not known.

How rich is Shin Min Ah?

Her net worth is around $4 million to $8 million.

What is Shin Min Ahs nationality?

Her nationality is South Korean.

Shin Min Ah has been under the spotlight for quite some time. Her ability to adapt to new trends is what keeping her going. She is definitely not going anywhere anytime soon.