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Kim Min-kyu, who gained attention as a "facial genius" on "Produce X 101," follows his journey from his hometown of Gumi, Gyeongbuk, to his rise as an actor, and his role as Ryu Bo-hyun in the 2025 romance epic "For First Love." Check it all out!
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2. From trainee to actor: episodes before and after debut 3. Major appearances and range of genres 4. Ryu Bo-hyun's acting analysis in 2025's "For First Love" 5. Mingyu behind the scenes: His human charm 6. Q&A that fans are curious about |
1. What kind of person is Kim Min-kyu?
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Born on March 12, 2001 in Gumi, Gyeongbuk, he spent his childhood in Dong-gu, Ulsan. His trademarks include his 185cm height, calm personality with blood type A, and large feet measuring 280mm. After graduating from Yeongdong High School, he moved from Jellyfish to KANG Entertainment. As an ISTJ type realist, he has built trust with each project through his calm and responsible attitude. His fandom name, "Mingyudan," is affectionately known by fans as the nickname for the "Mingyu Gang."
| classification | Content |
| Real name | Kim Min-kyu |
| date of birth | March 12, 2001 (age 24) |
| Birthplace | Gumi City, Gyeongbuk (currently living in Dong-gu, Ulsan) |
| Height, blood type, shoe size | 185cm/A type/280mm |
| Educational background | Graduated from Eito High School |
| Affiliated agency | KANG Entertainment (formerly Jellyfish) |
| MBTI | ISTJ |
| Fandom Name | Mumindan |
2. From trainee to actor: episodes before and after debut
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Mingyu, who garnered instant attention after ranking first in the visual rankings during his appearance on "Produce X 101," made his official acting debut in June 2020 as Chen Nam-wook in the web drama "Manchit Nam-nyeo." Recording millions of web views, he was hailed as a "rising star of web dramas." He subsequently deepened his acting skills through a variety of activities, including MCing a beauty show, modeling for advertisements, and publishing photobooks. Since 2021, he has shifted his focus to dramas, starting with JTBC's "IDOL: The Coup."
3. Major appearances and range of genres
Mingyu has taken on a wide range of roles, from romance to political dramas, teen dramas, and period dramas.
| year | Work name | medium | Role name |
| 2020 | "Manchitnamunyo" | Web drama | Chan Nam-wook (starring role) |
| 2021 | IDOL: The Coup | TV drama | Seo Ji-han (starring role) |
| 2022 | "Youth Blossom" | OTT drama | Lee Jae-min (starring) |
| 2023 | "Maestra" and "The Prince Has Disappeared" | TV drama | Kim Tae-ho/Do Seong-da-gun |
| 2024 | "A room of your own" | movie | Woo Joo (starring role) |
| 2025 | "Cheongdam International High School Season 2" and "For First Love" | OTT/TV Drama | Cha Jin-wook/Ryu Bo-hyun |
4. Ryu Bo-hyun's acting analysis in 2025's "For First Love"
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Ryu Bo-hyun's role in "For First Love" is that of a young man who returns to high school with his first love sealed away in his heart. From the excitement of meeting someone, to the inner conflict, to the scene where he is forced to make a fateful choice, he manages to convey both innocence and maturity through his eyes and subtle gestures. In particular, the confession scene in the rain, filmed in actual rainy weather, created a realistic emotional impact, drawing praise from viewers who said, "Kim Min-kyu is truly an actor." In this work, he proved his "depth of emotion" and deeply touched the hearts of viewers.
5. Mingyu behind the scenes: His human charm
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When the cameras stop rolling, Mingyu transforms into a person with a wide variety of hobbies and talents. He's a table tennis fanatic, plays the drums, is a geek who has watched all 30 seasons of The Simpsons, and is also a gourmet whose favorite foods are samgyeopsal, dumplings, and mint chocolate ice cream. He's known for his "kindness that lightens the atmosphere" on set, and off the job, he relieves stress by playing table tennis and the drums, and recharges his energy by playing games with his friends.
6. Q&A that fans are curious about
Q1. What genre would you like to try next?
"I'd like to appear in a thriller or melodrama with a wide range of emotions. I'd like to take on a deep role on screen."
Q2. What was the most memorable episode during filming?
"It actually rained during the scene where I confessed my first love. I was able to act naturally, and I still remember it vividly."
Q3. How do you relieve stress?
"I release stress by playing table tennis or drums to my heart's content, and I refresh myself by playing games with friends."
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Actor Kim Min-kyu is evolving into a talented actor who can move not only his "face" but also his "emotions." We can't take our eyes off him as he shines even more in his diverse roles in the future, including "For First Love"!
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