Lee Min-ho

Lee Min-ho (born June 22, 1987) is a South Korean actor and singer who has gained significant international recognition for his work in television dramas and film. Born in Heukseok-dong, Seoul, he initially aspired to become a professional football player during his childhood, but an injury sustained in elementary school led him to pursue acting during his high school years.

Career

Lee began his professional acting career by appearing in minor roles in various television series. His breakthrough occurred in 2009 when he was cast as the lead character, Ku Jun-pyo, in the KBS2 drama Boys Over Flowers. The series achieved high viewership ratings in South Korea and contributed to his rising popularity across Asia.

Following his success in Boys Over Flowers, Lee starred in several notable television projects, including City Hunter (2011), The Heirs (2013), and The Legend of the Blue Sea (2016). In 2022, he expanded his international presence by starring as Koh Han-su in the Apple TV+ series Pachinko, a role he reprised for the second season in 2024.

Military Service

In accordance with South Korean law, Lee Min-ho fulfilled his mandatory military service. He began his enlistment on May 12, 2017, and served as a public service worker at the Gangnam District Office. He was officially discharged on April 25, 2019.