Lee Minho is a renowned South Korean artist, multifaceted in his talents as an actor, producer, and creative director. With an astonishing global reach, he boasts a combined 95 million social media followers across Instagram, Facebook, and Weibo.
Recognized by the Korean government's Ministry of Culture, Sports and Tourism as the number one Korean actor amongst international audiences for four consecutive years from 2018 to 2021, Lee has solidified his position as a critically-acclaimed actor. Furthermore, he is a filmmaker, creating short-form content and films on his YouTube platform, "leeminho film".
Currently, Lee is starring in the AppleTV+ multilingual international drama series Pachinko (2022),based on the best-selling novel of the same name, which chronicles the hopes and dreams of four generations of a Korean immigrant family. The series was shot in North America and South Korea, and is told in Korean, Japanese, and English.
Lee is best known for his roles in the Netflix original series, The King: Eternal Monarch (2020),one of Netflix's most watched global series in 2020, and the series Boys Over Flowers (2009),Heirs (2013),as well as films Gangnam 1970 (2015) and Bounty Hunters (2016).
As an actor, Lee has significantly contributed to the rise and success of Korean dramas worldwide. In 2013, the TV series The Heirs transcended the South Korean market and had millions of viewers from around the world. The following year, Lee received a commendation from the Korean government for his contributions in raising the profile of Korean content globally.
Lee is currently in a worldwide endorsement deal with Fendi and Hugo Boss.
In 2014, Lee founded PROMIZ, a fundraising platform which raises awareness for social and humanitarian causes. The organization was awarded the first ever "Sharing Happiness Award" by the Korean Ministry of Health and Welfare for his contributions to society.
Born in Seoul, South Korea, Lee Minho began his acting career in his hometown.
