Lee Min Ho Reminisces ‘Boys Over Flowers’ Era + Gets Candid About His Growth as Actor

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K-heartthrob Lee Min Ho shared his time to talk about his roller coaster journey in the entertainment business, and how he grew as an actor with more than a decade of experience.

Keep on reading to know what the celebrity said. 

Lee Min Ho Recalls His 'Boys Over Flowers' Era

Gracing the center page of the fashion magazine Dazed Korea as if it were the first time again, Lee Min Ho captivated many with his oozing charisma and masculine aura. 

The K-drama leading man took a trip down the lane of his career and went candid about his growth and perspectives in life as an actor. 

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Beginning with the phenomenal K-drama "Boys Over Flowers," the male star reminisced about his first lead role. As "Boys Over Flowers" reels and clips started circulating online, Lee Min Ho shared, "Back then, it all seemed convincing. But looking back now, some parts do seem quite over-the-top."

The K-star was only 23 years old when he portrayed the titular role of Goo Jun Pyo. The actor stated that he never felt out playing the character's unique hairstyle or his signature gestures. 

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In addition from the interview, what makes the drama endearing even though it has passed a decade since it was released, was the long-standing shared memory of the stars and their characters with the public. 

How Lee Min Ho Stays Grounded Despite His Ongoing Popularity

Meanwhile, as he is preparing for a small screen comeback with "Asks the Stars," where the "Personal Taste" actor will play an ob-gyn traveling to outer space, he mentioned that he is already prepared for fantastical stories and plots with rich narratives. 

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As the conversation continued, Lee Min Ho gets candid about his wonderful journey in showbiz and how he stays grounded despite the popularity he has acquired over the past years. 

As an actor who's been in the field for more than a decade, Lee Min Ho manages to explore more genres and be curious about things, as it gives him new learnings, understand other people easily, and that helps him stay grounded in the business.

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According to the leading man, being in his thirties feels quite melancholic for him. He fondly recalled his life in his late twenties when the actor felt like he could go in any direction, embodying both youthful mischief and maturity. 

But now that he is in his early thirties, it is different for him, "Now, even if I show that boy-like charm, there's an underlying sentiment within this calm facade. Something is waiting to happen, and I am looking forward to it.

Furthermore, Lee Min Ho will headline the romance drama "Asks the Stars" and the second installment of Apple TV+'s series "Pachinko."

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