Power Couple Lee Min-jung and Lee Byung-hun Thrive with Dynamic New Ventures
South Korea’s beloved celebrity couple, Lee Min-jung and Lee Byung-hun, are simultaneously shining in their respective fields, experiencing a compelling phase of mutual growth through bold new pursuits.
Lee Min-jung is set to make her debut as a reality show host through the upcoming KBS2 variety series ‘Ganeunjeong Oneunjeong Lee Min-jung’, premiering on May 16. Departing from her traditionally elegant and cool public image, she takes on a relatable and warm role, delivering daily necessities via a mobile convenience store to country villages.
The show’s producers noted, “From the first shoot, Lee Min-jung exceeded all expectations with her vibrant energy, creating an incredibly welcoming atmosphere on set.”
Meanwhile, Lee Byung-hun continues to affirm his legendary acting status with the film ‘The Match’, in which he plays Go master Cho Hun-hyun. His meticulous performance has garnered acclaim from critics and viewers alike, earning him a nomination for Best Actor in the film category at The 61st Baeksang Arts Awards.
‘The Match’ has so far attracted over 2.1 million moviegoers, marking a steady box office success. Lee’s performance has been praised for his detailed portrayal, even capturing the nuanced gestures of placing Go stones with refined accuracy. His reach in acting will expand even further with upcoming appearances in Netflix’s ‘Squid Game’ Season 3 and Park Chan-wook’s film ‘It’s Inevitable’.
Adding to her portfolio, Lee Min-jung recently launched her personal YouTube channel ‘Lee Min-jung MJ’, celebrating her 27th year since debut. She shares unfiltered glimpses into her everyday life, including her husband—a.k.a. “BH”—and offering fans their first public look at their 10-year-old son, Jun-hoo.
Her down-to-earth and cheerful content has instantly struck a chord with audiences, earning over 200,000 subscribers within just a month of channel launch. Lee Min-jung’s bold foray into entertainment and social media further solidifies her growing versatility across platforms.
