Minho (민호) is a South Korean singer, rapper, and actor under SM Entertainment. He is a member of the boy group SHINee.
Early life
Minho's father, Choi Yun-kyum, is a well-known soccer coach and retired professional player. Growing up, Minho wanted to become a professional soccer player, however, his father greatly disapproved of this decision.[1][2]
Career
Pre-debut
In 2006, Minho was discovered through SM Entertainment's Casting System.[3] In March 2008, he modeled for Ha Sang-beg's F/W 08–09 Seoul Collection.[4]
2008: Debut with SHINee
He debuted as a member of SHINee on May 22, 2008 with the group's first mini album Replay.
Personal life
Education
Minho graduated from high school on February 10, 2010.[5] He then went on to attend Konkuk University, majoring in film. He graduated from the university in 2015.[6]
Military service
On April 15, 2019, he enlisted into the Marine Corps. His expected discharge date is November 14, 2020.[7]
Discography
Digital singles
- "I'm Home" (2019)
Filmography
Films
- Canola (2016)
- Derailed (2016)
- The Princess and the Matchmaker (2018)
- Illang: The Wolf Brigade (2018)
- Battle of Jangsa-ri 9.15 (2019)
Dramas
- My Precious You (KBS2, 2008)
- Pianist (KBS2, 2010)
- Salamander Guru and The Shadows (SBS, 2012)
- To The Beautiful You (SBS, 2012)
- Medical Top Team (MBC, 2013)
- Because It's The First Time (OnStyle, 2015)
- Drinking Solo (Cameo) (tvN, 2016)
- Hwarang: The Poet Warrior Youth (KBS2, 2016-2017)
- Somehow 18 (JTBC, Naver TV Cast, 2017)
- The Most Beautiful Goodbye (tvN, 2017)
Music shows
- Show! Music Core (MBC, 2013-2015) - MC
Variety shows
- Dream Team (KBS2, 2009-2012)
- Oh! My School (KBS2, 2010)
- Star Diving Show Splash (MBC, 2013)
- Mamma Mia (KBS2, 2013) - MC
- Exciting India (KBS2, 2015)
Music video appearances
- Girls' Generation - "Gee" (2009)
- Girls' Generation - "Gee (Japanese ver.)" (2010)
Trivia
- Minho's most well-known nickname is 'Flaming Charisma'.[3]
- He is good friends with TVXQ!'s Changmin and Super Junior's Kyuhyun.[8]
- As of 2019, Minho still lives in the group's dorm.[9]
Gallery
- Main article: Minho/Gallery
References
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