Lee Chae Min facts and profile

Lee Chae Min (이채민) Profile and Facts

Lee Chae Min (이채민) is a South Korean actor under VARO Entertainment. He made his acting debut in High Class (2021) and gained recognition for his role in Crash Course in Romance (2023). He is also known for hosting Music Bank and starring in Netflix’s Hierarchy (2024).

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Birth Name: Lee Chae Min (이채민)
Birthday: September 15, 2000
Zodiac Sign: Virgo
Chinese Zodiac Sign: Dragon
Height: 190.2 cm (6’3″)
Weight: 85 kg (187 lbs)
Blood Type: AB
MBTI Type: ISFP
Nationality: Korean
Occupation: Actor
Agency: VARO Entertainment
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Lee Chae Min Facts
– He was born in Goyang, Gyeonggi Province, South Korea.
– He is the eldest of two siblings (1 son, 1 daughter).
– Family: Father, mother (b. 1976), younger sister (b. 2002)
– He grew up in a harmonious family and was known for being exemplary and friendly in school.
– At Jeodong Middle School, he ranked 4th–5th overall in academics.
– At Unjeong High School, he consistently scored 1st grade in mock exams.
– He was very popular in high school, with classmates recalling that everyone turned to look when he passed by.
– Initially, he dreamed of becoming an elementary school teacher due to stage fright and introversion.
– During his 2nd year of high school, he decided to challenge acting as his “last school memory.”
– His parents encouraged him but also asked him not to neglect his studies.
– He joined Actors Farm Acting Academy to prepare for acting entrance exams.
– Though he received heavy criticism at first, his competitive nature motivated him to improve.
– In his last year of high school, he practiced while sleeping only 2–3 hours daily for six months.
– He passed the 2019 entrance exams to Sejong University, Dongguk University, Sungkyunkwan University, and Korea National University of Arts (K-ARTS).
– He ultimately enrolled in K-ARTS as an Acting major.
– He signed his first exclusive contract with GOLDMEDALIST on September 15, 2020, his 20th birthday.
– On August 20, 2025, he left GOLDMEDALIST and signed with VARO Entertainment.
– He made his acting debut in the tvN drama High Class (2021).
– He served as MC for KBS Music Bank from September 30, 2022 to May 3, 2024, maintaining perfect attendance during his tenure.
– Both of his parents are tall, and his height (190.2 cm) is hereditary.
– His growth plate predicted 187 cm, but sports like basketball and swimming helped him grow taller.
– His first overseas trip was to Canada in elementary school.
– After Crash Course in Romance, he traveled to Japan and expressed a wish to visit Northern Europe.
– He reportedly received many chocolates on Valentine’s Day in middle school.
– His strongest subjects in school were math, chemistry, and physical education.
– During his school years, he received more scouting offers as an actor than as a model.
– He admitted to dressing poorly, saying he doesn’t care much about clothes.
– His role models are Kim Soo-hyun, Kim Woo-bin, Lee Byung-hun, and Son Seok-gu.
– People often say he resembles animals with long necks, like an ostrich, giraffe, or alpaca.
– His favorite food is tonkatsu.
– He was in the all-boys class in his first year of high school and has fond memories from it.
– He received more than 20 business cards from scouts during his school years but stayed focused on academics.
– He enjoys ballads and shares them on social media.
– Through Music Bank, he discovered many idol songs and added them to his playlist.
– His favorite drama genres are romantic comedy, and he has enjoyed My Love From the Star, Fight For My Way, and Mr. Sunshine.
– His favorite movies include A Star Is Born, Notting Hill, The Notebook, and Joker.
– He wants to challenge himself with romantic comedy and noir roles.
– He was the first GOLDMEDALIST actor to open a Bubble account (June 29, 2023).
– His first Japanese fan meeting was held on October 22, 2023.
– He doesn’t drink alcohol or smoke.
– When he buys clothes, he tends to wear the same outfit repeatedly like a “school uniform.”
– He is not very superstitious.
– On March 25, 2024, it was revealed he is dating actress Ryu Da-in, whom he met through Crash Course in Romance.
– He once practiced a 1 minute 30 second modern dance routine for 6 months for his K-ARTS entrance exam.
– He obtained his driver’s license at 19 and is now a skilled driver.
– His favorite animals are dogs; he has lived with them his whole life and currently owns two, named Dal-i and Byul-i.
– He has never dyed his hair.
– His favorite color is navy blue.
– He is a ballet major at Sungkyunkwan University and graduated in 2025.
– He has played the piano since age 7 and still enjoys it for stress relief.
– He loves basketball and plays 3–4 times a week.
– Korean was his 2nd best subject, while he ranked first in most others.
– He describes himself as strong in “S” and “P” traits, enjoying improvisation.
– He is friends with TXT’s Soobin.

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2022 – Haagen-Dazs
2023 – Megapass
2024 – Clinique, Billotte

Pictorials
2021 – MAPS (July issue)
2023 – 1st Look (Jan issue), Vogue Korea, Allure (July issue)
2024 – W Korea (Mar issue), Cine21 No.1451, W Korea x High Raki (Jun), Marie Claire (Aug), L’Officiel (Sep), Singles (Oct)
2025 – Marie Claire x Roh Jeong-eui (Apr)

Event Appearances
2023
– Mar 15: Givenchy Beauty Pop-up (Shinsegae, Gangnam)
– Mar 16: Ferragamo SS23 “A New Dawn” (Seoul Cheongdam Flagship)
– Jun 13: Ferragamo Pre-Fall 23 Pop-up (Seongsu-dong, Seoul)
– Oct 25: Hermès “Please Check In” (Seoul, Anam-dong)
– Dec 2: Presenter at 15th Melon Music Awards (with Shin Eun-su)
– Dec 23: Presenter at 2023 KBS Entertainment Awards (with Yoo Seon-ho)
2024
– Jan 10: Presenter at 13th Circle Chart Music Awards
– Sep 18: MLB Singapore Grand Launch (Mandarin Gallery)
– Nov 11: VIP Premiere for Delivery (CGV Yongsan I’Park Mall)
2025
– Aug 7: VIP Premiere for A Devil Moved (CGV Yongsan I’Park Mall)

Dramas:
– High Class | tvN, 2021 — Ahn Seung-jo
– Love All Play | KBS2, 2022 — Lee Ji-ho
– Alchemy of Souls: Light and Shadow | tvN, 2022 — Cameo (Ep. 1)
– Crash Course in Romance | tvN, 2023 — Lee Sun-jae
– See You in My 19th Life | tvN, 2023 — Kang Min-gi / Cheon-un
– Hierarchy | Netflix, 2024 — Kang Ha
– Bon Appétit, Your Majesty | tvN, 2025 — King Lee Heon
– Crushology 101 | MBC, 2025 — Hwang Jae-yeol