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Name: Lee Sung-Min
Hangul: 이성민
Birthdate: December 4, 1968 / October 15, 1968 (lunar calendar)
Birthplace: South Korea
Height: 168 cm.
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Movies

Boss (2025) - Im Dae-Soo (cameo)
No Other Choice | Eojjeolsoogaeobda (2025) - Gu Bum-Mo
Handsome Guys (2024) - Jae-Pil
12.12: The Day | Seoului Bom (2023) - Jung Sang-Ho
The Moon (2023) - Hwang Kyu-Tae
The Devil's Deal | Daewebi (2023) - Kwon Soon-Tae
Remember (2022) - Pil-Ju
Hunt (2022) - Jo Won-Sik
Miracle: Letters to the President | Gijeok (2021) - Tae-Yoon
The 8th Night | Je8ilui Bam (2021) - Jin-Soo
Mr. Zoo: The Missing VIP | Miseuteo Joo: Sarajin VIP (2020) - Joo Tae-Joo
The Man Standing Next | Namsanui Bujangdeul (2020) - President Park
Black Money (2019) - Public Prosecutor General Choi Yong-Wook
The Beast (2019) - Han-Soo
Hit-and-Run Squad | Bbaengban (2019) - Jung-Jae
The Drug King | Mayakwang (2018) - Seo Sang-Hoon
The Witness | Mokkyeokja (2018) - Sang-Hoon
The Spy Gone North | Gongjak (2018) - Lee Myung-Woon
What a Man Wants | Baram Baram Baram (2018) - Seok-Geun
The Sheriff In Town | Boangwan (2017) - Dae-Ho
Real (2017) - Choi Jin-Gi
Familyhood | Goodbye Single (2016) - Joo Min-Ho (cameo)
A Violent Prosecutor | Geomsawejeon (2016) - Assistant Prosecutor General Jong-Gil
Sori: Voice From The Heart | Robot, Sori (2016) - Hae-Gwan
The Piper | Sonnim (2015) - village head
Big Match (2014) - Young-Ho (Ik-Ho’s older brother)
My Brilliant Life | Doogeundoogeun Nae Insaeng (2014) - A-Reum's doctor
Kundo : Age of the Rampant | Goondo (2014) - Dae-Ho
Broken | Banghwanghaneun Kalnal (2014) - Detective Jang Eok-Gwan
Venus Talk | Gwanneungui Bubchik (2014) - Lee Jae-Ho
The Attorney | Byeonhoin (2013) - Lee Yoon-Taek (local news reporter)
A Wonderful Moment | My Little Hero (2013) - Hee-Suk
All About My Wife | Nae Anaeui Modeun Geot (2012) - Dr. Na
Hoya | Yeolyeodeolb, Yeolahob (2012) - doctor (cameo)
Howling (2012) - Detective Young-Cheol
Officer of the Year | Chepyoyang (2011) - Detective Jo
The Cat | Goyangyi: Jookeumeul Boneun Doo Gaeui Noon (2011) - silk papa
The Unjust | Budanggeorae (2010) - Lead D.A.
Troubleshooter | Haegyeolsa (2010) - Yun Dae-Hee
Cafe Noir | Kape Neuwareu (2010) - Mi-Yun (1)'s husband
Best Seller (2010) - editor in chief
A Little Pond | Jageun Yeonmot (2010)
The Pot | Dok (2009) - Dong-Sik
Triangle | Teuraiaenggeul (2009) - CEO Lee Byung-Joon
Go Go 70s | Go Go 70 (2008) - Lee Byoung-Wook (Weekly Seoul columnist)
The Good, The Bad, The Weird | Joheunnom Nabbeunnom Isanghannom (2008) - Cook
Wide Awake | Riteon (2007) - Sang-Woo's father
Secret Sunshine | Milyang (2007) - chef
Seducing Mr. Perfect | Miseuteo robin ggosigi (2006) - Director Yang
Silk Shoes | Bidan-gudu (2006) - Sung-Chul
Marathon (2005) - Coach Son Jung-Wook's friend
A Boy Who Went to Heaven | Sonyeon, Cheonguke Gada (2005) - Detective
Flying Boys | Ballet gyoseubso (2004)
My Mother the Mermaid | Ineo Gongju (2004) - fruit store owner

Drama Series

Teach You a Lesson | Chamkyoyook (Netflix / 2026) - Choi Gang-Seok
God's Beads | Shinui Gooseul (JTBC / 2026) - Choi-Koo
Nine Puzzles (Disney+ / 2025) - Do Yoon-Su
The Queen Who Crowns | Wongyeong (tvN-TVING / 2025) - Yi Seong Gye
The Tyrant | Pokkoon (Disney+ / 2024) - Mr. Chae (ep.4)
A Bloody Lucky Day | Woonsoo Ojin Nal (TVING-tvN / 2023) - Oh Taek
Shadow Detective 2 | Hyungsarok 2 (Disney+ / 2023) - Kim Taek-Rok
Shadow Detective | Hyungsarok (Disney+ / 2022) - Kim Taek-Rok
Reborn Rich | Chaeboljib Maknaeadeul (JTBC / 2022) - Jin Yang-Cheol
Juvenile Justice | Sonyeonsimpan (Netflix / 2022) - Kang Won-Jung
Soul Mechanic | Younghonsoosungong (KBS2 / 2020) - ER doctor (ep.3)
Money Game (tvN / 2020) - Heo Jae
Entourage (tvN / 2016) - himself (ep.16)
Memory | Gieok (tvN / 2016) - Park Tae-Suk
Hwajung (MBC / 2015) - Lee Deok-Hyeong
Ho-Gu's Love | Hogooui Sarang (tvN / 2015) - customer of book rental shop (cameo)
Misaeng: Incomplete Life | Misaeng (tvN / 2014) - Section Chief Oh Sang-Sik
Big Man (KBS2 / 2014) - high-ranking government official (cameo)
Miss Korea | Miseukoria (MBC / 2013-2014) - Teacher Jung
Monstar (Mnet-tvN / 2013) - movie director
When a Man Loves | Namjaga Saranghal Ddae (MBC / 2013) - loan shark boss (cameo)
Arang and the Magistrate | Alangsattojeon (MBC / 2012) - gatekeeper (cameo)
Golden Time (MBC / 2012) - Choi In-Hyuk
The King 2hearts (MBC / 2012) - King Lee Jae-Gang
Drama Special Series: Just An Ordinary Love Story | Botongui Yeonae (KBS2 / 2012) - Kim Joo-Pyung
Brain (KBS2 / 2011-2012) - Ko Jae-Hak
Can You Hear My Heart | Naemaeumyi Deulrini (MBC / 2011) - Seung-Cheol's father
My Princess ( MBC / 2011) - Lee Young-Chan
Gloria | Geulroria (MBC / 2010-2011) - Son Jong-Beom
Pasta | Paseuta (MBC / 2010) - Sul Joon-Suk
Hot Blood | Yeolhyeoljangsaggun (KBS2 /2009) - Man-Cheol
Korean Ghost Stories | Jeonseolui Gohyang (KBS2 / 2009) - nobleman Lee (ep. 7 "The Quiet Village")
Can Anyone Love | Sarangeun Amuna Hana (SBS / 2009) - Heo Se-Dol
The Great King Sejong | Dae-hwang Saejong (KBS2 / 2008) - Choi Man-Ri
Working Mom (SBS / 2008) - Kang Cheol-Min
The Lucifer (KBS2 / 2007)
Hyangdan (MBC / 2007)
Special Crime Investigation: Murder in the Blue House | Deuksususailji:1Hokwan Sakeon (KBS2 / 2006) - Ha Doo-Gil

TV Movies

Drama Special: A Culprit Among Friends | Chingu Jungae Beominyi Issda (KBS2 / 2012) - Detective (cameo)
Drama Special: Identical Criminals | Dongilbum (KBS2 / 2011) - Kang Dae-Woo
Drama Special: Last Flashman | Majimak Huroesimaen (KBS2 / 2010) - Jo Won-Sik

Awards

Best Supporting Actor ("No Other Choice") - 2025 (46th) Blue Dragon Film Awards - November 19, 2025
Best Actor ("Reborn Rich") - 2023 (59th) BaekSang Arts Awards - April 28, 2023
Best Actor ("The Spy Gone North") - 2019 (55th) BaekSang Arts Awards - May 1, 2019
Best Actor ("The Spy Gone North") - 2018 (55th) Daejong Film Awards - October 22, 2018
Best Actor ("Misaeng") - tvN10 Awards - October 9, 2016
Best Actor (mini series) ("Misaeng") - 2015 (4th) APAN Star Awards - November 28, 2015
Best Actor ("Misaeng") - 2015 (51st) BaekSang Arts Awards - May 26, 2015
Best Actor or Actress Selected by Directors ("Golden Time") - 2012 MBC Drama Awards - December 30, 2012

Comments

dludiliea Jun 07 2026 9:36 am He has such a kind eyes, I noticed it more in Teach you a lesson. If I weren't decades and decades younger than him, I would proudly say I have a huge crush on him lol

Best Kdrama of 2026 Jun 06 2026 11:00 am You are always at peak and best in every Kdrama you are in, especially in Teach You a Lesson. You are so great acting as always!

AnxiousPom May 23 2026 10:52 am I love his acting so much in Shadow Detective series, I hope he continue getting more fantastic roles in the future

Kk Apr 23 2026 9:51 am Hi Lee Sung-Min,

I’m late to watch Misaeng, because I just started watching K-dramas about a year ago. And I just finished it now.

Since watching you as Oh Sang-Sik, I became your fan. Your acting is so real and strong.

I will watch more of your dramas one by one.

I wish you always stay healthy, and your family too aamiin

Best!

Russell Jul 15 2025 12:04 am Look at that resume! Incredible! I have no words that can adequately express my awe for his acting skills!

Dreamer Jul 13 2025 3:44 am He was unbelievable in Misaeng.. Still can't get enough of him.. He portrayed the character Cheif Oh to the level of mastery.. No one can reach near him... A Very Mesmerising Actor.

Jillibean Feb 01 2025 3:16 am I agree with fan, below. He was superb in King 2 Hearts, an unforgettable masterpiece. Also loved him in Misaeng and many other dramas. A born actor. :)

fan Sep 25 2024 10:31 am I have been stuck on him since when I saw The King 2 Hearts. Absolutely phenomenal acting then

Dee Thomas Oct 30 2023 12:28 am I fell in love with his acting when I saw Misaeng, My Incomplete Life and I have been stuck on him since. Very impressive.

Leeia Aug 23 2023 9:31 am Versatile actor! One of the best.

ani Jul 29 2023 10:29 pm Fantastic actor! Always a treat to watch! One of my favourites!

Jaine Apr 10 2023 4:38 pm Absolutely phenomenal acting in Reborn Rich! What a joy to watch your range and talent!!

z Feb 04 2023 12:09 am it's a crime that Lee Sung Min didn't receive any awards for 8th Night and Miracle.

He should win Grand Prize for Reborn Rich. The man who always raises the standard of acting

Kate Jan 27 2023 3:04 am best actor love to watch more of his work

Doctorzais Dec 31 2022 10:52 am Daesang for reborn rich should be a lock. Best performance in 2022 by a mile.

chibby Dec 20 2022 9:56 am I can’t believe he is younger than what he looks like in reborn rich! I am surprised!

Queen CR Dec 17 2022 11:46 am His acting in Reborn Rich outperforms several talented actors/actresses in the series.

Anna Dec 14 2022 11:00 am Amazing Actor! He's De Niro of S Korea. Loved him in Misaeng, cried a river in Memory (I love this show soo much), he did great in Money Game and this year, another 3 amazing performances in Juvenile Justice, Shadow Detective & Reborn Rich. Such a versatile and compelling actor, he brings gravitas and prestige to every project he's in. Daesang is yours! Respect! Love You Lee Sung Min-ssi!

noi Dec 14 2022 4:58 am I can't believe they didn't give Lee Sangmin daesang during Misaeng. Now they have to give him one for Reborn Rich.

bora Dec 08 2022 4:25 am 2022 really is the year for him. from juvenile justice, shadow detective, then reborn rich. he really portrayed the characters excellently, especially in reborn rich. I just keep being mesmerized by his act performing Jin Yang-cheol. very very charismatic and really proves how he really is into that role. definitely an A-list actor he is. I'm absolutely signing myself as a new fan oh him! can't wait for his future projects :-)

jephwell Aug 17 2022 12:40 am He got me! What a great man, I fell like sitting with a old friend when I see him. Spirituous and Charismatic. I need to go from BR to KR for give him a big hug, that's a dream. Well, success and happiness for he and him family!

salma Jul 19 2022 4:12 am He such an amazing actor i’ve ever seen. He was really charismatic that make me cry a lot because of his character in drama Juvenile Justice. Take care and make many many more character with your amazing skill of actor<3

Shf Apr 22 2022 10:46 am He was really charismatic in Juvenile Justice. ??????

Ceci Mar 21 2022 4:21 pm Great actor. He looks like Hwang Chansung. Are they related by any chance?

Lala Feb 27 2022 4:25 pm Loved him in Misaeng, and cried a lot because of his character in Juvenile Justice, such an amazing actor!

lrt Aug 26 2021 11:02 am This man makes it real!!! JJJJUst LLLLLove him!!

soom Aug 25 2021 8:25 pm Such a versatile and compelling actor, he brings gravitas and prestige to every project he's in. Loved him in Misaeng, and now finding his other roles. He cooks!

Renwa Feb 03 2021 10:49 am Lee Sun-Min, New to K Drama, I just saw your truly stellar performance in Misaeng, a production that obviously never stops giving. That you were recognized by so many well deserved awards made me so happy. Your massive body of work brings a huge smile to my face, warmth to my heart & thrill to my own creative sensibilities at being able to watch all the characters you will have brought alive before our eyes, your fans. Just Thank You for your continuous efforts.

Dreamerz Sep 23 2020 2:37 pm Lee Sung Min is one of the best Actor in Korean industry.. Highly talented.. his acting skills are just Amazing.. He was fabulous in Misaeng.. Can't forget his acting in there.. Mind Blowing Actor. Here is wishing him best of luck.

Name (required) Jun 25 2020 7:17 am Wally Bayola is very good

Mar Mar 11 2020 8:42 pm LSM is the perfect actor! Talented, charismatic, that voice, and God, he is soooo handsome! Since I found Misaeng in Netflix few years ago, I became a big fan! He never dissapoint.

Abyss Feb 27 2020 3:29 am Back after watching Misaeng, now watching Memory. Misaeng was good, yupp, I only wish there was a second season so that the ending wouldn't have been so rough!

(And so we would have seen more Geu Rae - Sang Shik interaction?)

bingbing Feb 17 2020 3:25 am Reply to @Abyss: I also recommend you to watch Movie Beast & the Spy gone north...

bingbing Feb 17 2020 3:23 am Reply to @Abyss: you must watch Misaeng & Memory (both from tvN)...he received best actor awards from Misaeng drama. I cried a lot watched Memory.

Abyss Feb 14 2020 5:33 am Money Game is the first time I've seen this ajusshi, but because of it, I went to watched Sori, will watch Misaeng too, seeing all the rave reviews on him there.

Not sure about the rest, but am very much enjoying his expressive acting in Money Game! Hope to see him more in the future.

CeCedoodles Dec 23 2019 8:03 am Didn't think that I would stay with this kdrama but did with interest and absolutely loved Lee Sung Min and would like to see more of his work. Also actor who played his next in command, Kim Dae-Myung.

Kian Dec 11 2019 6:46 am He is best of the best. I like him no matter what. He has anything i love such a charisma,handsome,deep voice and brilliant acting. Hope that he will join in a good movie or drama soon. Fighting my adorable ahjushii

Fullheart5 Aug 03 2019 8:18 pm You have been one of my favorite Korean actors. I especially LIKE YOU in My Princess and King2hearts.

jjosie Jul 04 2019 11:17 am I love to watch all Lee Sung-Min acting and enjoyed very much watching MEMORY...sad ending though he has family and friend support... great actor and very versatile...

Carmen perez Jul 27 2018 7:35 am Never watch a show in another language, I was browsing on Netflix accidentally I clicked on Misaeng...I didn't think I could watch a show in another language and keep up with the English captions at the same time...I not only survived the 1 st episode, I was hooked on those 4 Interns, Mr. Kim... and Oh my God...Just fell Madly in love with you, Yes you...Lee Sung-Ming who played Mr. Oh...

kaya Feb 04 2018 5:37 am Such a wonderful and complet actor! Hats off, Maestro!

Minami Dec 16 2017 11:47 pm What an excellent actor! Chief Oh you are more than awesome. Keep up with your great acting.

Shay Oct 13 2016 7:56 pm An amazing actor! He is flawless in acting out his characters. I'm glad to see he is getting recognition.

Dreamer Oct 12 2016 3:23 pm Such a great actor.... he is been phenomenal in Misaeng as Cheif Oh.... fabulous actor .. can't get enough!! :)

Dince Jun 30 2016 10:14 am Love his acting in Misaeng and Memory

rereerere Jun 28 2016 9:57 am Amazing actor!

Korean pards May 29 2016 12:40 am Great good-looking actor, wonderful job in Misaeng and Memory. A really talented actor. Hope he gets more dramas!

TP May 25 2016 1:51 am You are such a superb actor period!

baek sueng jo Apr 09 2016 4:08 pm Lee sung min , you made me love you then hate you with your acting that's how effective you are you can be an evil, an angel and a human depending how the story called you for!!!!! Daebak ahjusshi!!!!!!

Ranbee Oct 21 2015 4:44 am My Favorite Ajushii In Korean Industry.. Leesongmin Sunbaenim Fighting!! Your Very Cute in Drama Miss Korea, Very Poor in Pasta, Very Genius in Golden time, Very Handsome in King 2 Hearts and In Misaeng your so Perfect!!!! (Y) Your acting with Im siwan Make me Cant Forgetten this Drama. I think Misaeng Best drama Ever Because of you and all guys make our Falling in love.. :) im finished wacthing your All Movie and Drama Sunbaenim.. I hope the best for you and your Family. Still waiting your Next project in TV :D Leesungmin Saranggheo hyung :)

Vitana Oct 08 2015 1:41 pm GREAT actor! Wish him best.

shuurinn Jun 25 2015 11:28 am Loved his acting performance as Manager Oh Sang Sik in Misaeng. Wish he would get more meaty roles like this. Fighting!

Jane Jun 07 2015 9:29 pm I love Jo Insung in "It's Okay It's Love" and Jisung in "Kill Me Heal Me" because they acted really great there...BUT you set the bar high...your acting in Misaeng moved me and you nailed the role...you need to win it because you're so great in there...though Siwan is there (and he's great too) but you're the center of Misaeng. Congratulations!!! You're more than deserved the award ^^

Misstumbler Jun 06 2015 1:03 pm Fighting oppa ! You did a great job in Misaeng. Your acting is very natural and believable. You nailed that role. Thumbs up. Hope you get more good roles in the future.

double10day Apr 28 2015 2:26 am YEAY!!!!!!! my guess is correct. He's nominated for excellent actor category in Baeksang Award!!!!

lisy Apr 23 2015 4:28 pm i love himm the most in misaeng he is amazing (and i liked the cf version of mesaeng that he did with hyun bin for the insurance company ) hope him and hyun bin will have a drama together soon

Ajay Mar 07 2015 7:28 am I love his character in Misaeng....Daebak....

double10day Mar 04 2015 4:04 am I kinda root for him to get a Daesang at Baeksang award this year for his perfect portrayal of Oh Sang Shik Chajang-nim!

Yongin Feb 22 2015 2:13 am Anyone who only reading about 'Misaeng' in news articles probably will thinking the drama is centered in Siwan's Jang Geu-rae character and his struggle on the workplace. However, if we really watching the drama until the last episodes, it was Lee Sungmin's acting that brought a nice sense of reality on this drama.

Siwan's acting as Jang Geu-rae is wonderful and he truly did his best to portray the character's hardship and emotion on Misaeng. However, Lee Sungmin's acting is more mind-blowing. He as Section Chief Oh character is become the heart and soul of 'Misaeng'.

Lee Sungmin's acting experience successfully counterbalanced Im Siwan's talent, creating a powerful and realistic dynamic between two actors and the characters they portrayed, that will subsequently lasting even until the very last second of the last episode, making the drama is very enjoyable to watch.

I already keep the eyes on him during 'Pasta' days and even with him acted only as a supporting character, his acting on 'Pasta' was always catch my attention. His acting skill is simply amazing and really no joke, comparing with the other popular actors that can not acting and only relied on their appearances.

Lee Sungmin is one of few Korean actors that we can really say as 'actor'. Good job!

ken Jan 15 2015 1:59 pm Kings 2 Heart...He was a great King that encouraged his brother to become Excellent King.... Miss Korea, He see potential in the lead actor... believe and sacrifices everything for him to achieve his goals.... Misaeng......He's a great team leader that inspires and harness Jang Geu Rae talents....allowing him to think outside the box and achieve great things......

He's a great actor who does well at inspiring the leads to exceed their limits....

hobbes Dec 21 2014 4:59 am amazing! Watched Misaeng and have never seen such spot on acting and Ive watched 100s of K dramas ( and NEVER commented before)....he is truly amazing with his acting. ThAt drama was polished as Ive never yet seen. and Lee sung-min topped it. Thank you.

HEN Nov 25 2014 8:11 pm I like his dramatic roles more than the comedic ones. I really liked him in The Kings 2Hearts, this one-Golden Time, and even his role in When A Man Loves.

Hendra Nov 15 2014 7:55 pm Omg he is so handsome and i love your acting in drama kings 2 heart

sally Nov 12 2014 11:40 am love this actor so much, you were so cool in The king 2 hearts, Miss Korea and now in Misaeng!

Ginger Nov 10 2014 3:55 pm I am enjoying your work in "Misaeng"!! Fighting Oppa!

karlo Jan 07 2014 8:37 am wow, you spend too much time in MBC

Dian Dec 05 2013 9:49 am I like the way you play your cast....soooooo....handsome!!!!

Mr. 818 Jul 26 2013 3:06 am Like his acting in TK2H as a responsible and warm king :)

Gasenadi Jul 24 2012 8:55 am He is KILLING IT in "Golden Time" as the fearless, maverick, devoted surgeon facing off against the "system". Makes me glad Lee Sung Min is such a familiar face in the industry. Loved him in King 2 Hearts (who didn't?). Have seen him in several movies and dramas. But his role in Golden Time is awesome. Hope to see him in more roles like this.

GYS Mar 24 2012 12:24 pm I first saw him in Brain although i've watch My Princess but i don't recall seeing him acting inside, lol. He is a very funny man in Brain, esp. his laugh and the way he clip his eyelashes haha, i must admit though, he is not a very good neurosurgeon in Brain, actually abit useless but still he provide enough entertainment to make up for his lack of ability inside that show. He would do well in a comedy drama. Will be watching out for him in King 2 hearts soon.

SAK Mar 21 2012 5:25 pm i like his acting...especially in "Brain", as a talented neurosurgeon, ambitious and extremely funny man! today in the first episode of "King 2 Hearts" as a King, i did' not even recognized him, he is sooooo young and very handsome! i think he did a great job with all that politics and unification issue, and played a protective elder bro for the main character in this drama!

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 ==Movies==
 * [[Boss (2025)|Boss]] (2025) - Im Dae-Soo (cameo)
-* [[No Other Choice]] | Eojjeolsoogaeobda (2025) - Koo Beom-Mo
+* [[No Other Choice]] | Eojjeolsoogaeobda (2025) - Gu Bum-Mo
 * [[Handsome Guys]] (2024) - Jae-Pil
 * [[12.12: The Day]] | Seoului Bom (2023) - Jung Sang-Ho

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