| Lee Min-ki | |
|---|---|
| Born | 16 January 1985 Gimhae, South Gyeongsang, South Korea[1] |
| Other names | Lee Min-gi |
| Alma mater | Konkuk University (BFA)[1] |
| Occupation | Actor |
| Years active | 2004–present |
| Height | 1.83 m (6 ft 0 in)[1] |
| Korean name | |
| Hangul | 이민기 |
| Hanja | 李民基 |
| Revised Romanization | I Min-gi |
| McCune–Reischauer | Yi Mingi |
| Website | |
| www.wellmadestarm.com/starm/main leemk.php | |
Lee Min-ki (born January 16, 1985) is a South Korean actor,[2] model and singer. He received accolades for his supporting role in the Korean blockbuster, Haeundae (film), in which he plays a lifeguard who makes a heartbreaking sacrifice when a fictional tsunami hits the Korean beach town of Haeundae. His most recent film, Quick, opened in Korea in July 2011. He is also known for his starring roles on several popular Korean drama series, including Dal-Ja's Spring with actress Chae Rim and Love Truly with actress and former Korean pop star Eugene (entertainer). He released his debut EP in August 2009 in South Korea.
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In 2008 Lee performed the song "My Way" on at the Mnet KM Music Festival. He later stated he was working on material for an upcoming album. On August 11th, 2009 Lee released his debut EP No Kidding. The six track EP featured a very indie-electro rock sound. Lee released (the first and only single from the album), "영원한 여름" (translated to "Eternal Summer") as the lead single, he also released a music video to go with the single. Unfortunately due to lack of promotion the album was did not receive much commercial success but received moderately positive reviews from critics. Lee is signed to KT Music Korea.