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Actor Lee Min Ho, a leading Hallyu star, is currently gaining attention for his acting transformation in the recent film 'Assassins,' moving beyond his established romantic lead image. In this film, he portrays Young-il, a rookie reporter investigating the 1974 assassination attempt on First Lady Yuk Young-soo, and the movie surpassed 1 million admissions within four days of its release. Lee Min Ho considers 'authenticity' his most important value as an actor, stating that he is "not good at pretending."
Before rising to stardom with 'Boys Over Flowers,' Lee Min Ho was involved in a major car accident. He intentionally delayed his film debut, wanting to challenge himself with more mature acting at an older age. At 28, he made his big-screen debut in 'Gangnam Blues,' shedding his chaebol heir image to play a character from the bottom of society, marking a significant image change. He explained that he wanted to take on film roles at an age where he could fully take responsibility, as films are works for which audiences pay. Currently, Lee Min Ho is unmarried, and there are no publicly confirmed reports of his marriage or girlfriend.
Bloggers have noted Lee Min Ho's dedication, mentioning that he visited the set even on non-filming days, constantly contributing vitality to scenes. They reacted positively to his passion for acting and his continuous pursuit of new challenges as he approaches his forties. His authentic approach and deep consideration for his projects are well-received by the public.