Kim Min Kyu (2001)

Kim Min Kyu is a South Korean actor, singer, host, and model.

He gained fame after appearing in Produce X 101 (2018), before shifting his career into acting and appearing in drama series such as Idol: The Coup (2021) and Seasons of Blossom (2022).

Career

Kim Min Kyu made his debut in the entertainment industry in 2019 as a contestant on the TV show Produce X 101, where he competed to debut in Mnet’s new project group.

Even though he did not make it to the line-up, he received numerous advertisement offers following his departure from the survival TV show.

A few months after that, he was chosen as the first male model for the cosmetic brand named BANILA CO. He also modeled for various magazines like NYLON, Dazed, and Grazia.

By the end of 2019, he managed to win the Hot Rookie Award at the First Brand Awards. It was all thanks to the many advertisement projects he worked on.

The following year, he had a job hosting a music program, The Show, alongside Kim Ju Yeon from the boy group THE BOYZ and Kim Si Hyeon from the girl group EVERGLOW.

That very year, he also officially debuted as an actor by playing the lead character in the drama series Pop Out Boy!. It was closely followed by another drama series titled Lonely Enough to Love.

Profile

Real Name: Kim Min Kyu (김민규)
Stage Name: Kim Min Kyu (김민규)
Also Known as: Kim Min Gyu
Nickname: Min Kyu (민규)
Birthday: March 12, 2001
Birthplace: Ulsan, South Korea
Zodiac Sign: Pisces
Nationality: South Korean
Religion: –
Professions: Actor, Singer, Host, Model
Education: Munhyeon Elementary School, Hwaam Middle School, Munhyeon High School, Youngdong High School
Hobbies: Reading comic books, playing tennis ball, playing the drum
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Twitter: @minkyu_0312
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Instagram: @kimminkyu_0312
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Height, Weight, & Physical Appearances

Height: 185 cm (6’1”)
Weight: 62 kg (137 lbs)
Blood Type: A
Hair Color: Black
Eye Color: Black
Body Measurements: –
Shoe Size: 11 (US)

Family

Father: –
Mother: –
Brother: –
Sister: 1

Girlfriend & Dating History

He has never been involved in any publicly known relationship nor rumored to date anyone. He most likely prefers to keep his personal and dating life private.

Net Worth

Even though he is yet to reveal the actual amount of his net worth, multiple sources estimated the number to be around $100 thousand to $1 million.

He seems to earn most of his income through working various jobs as entertainer in the South Korean entertainment industry.

Plastic Surgery

There is no known information on whether he has undergone any cosmetic surgery to adjust his appearance.

Facts

Min Kyu had to switch high schools because of his work in the entertainment industry.
He was placed #1 in the first episode of the TV show Produce X 101 (2019) where he competed to debut as an idol.
His MBTI is ESTJ.
Min Kyu is the Brand Ambassador of a cosmetic brand called BANILA CO.
He has a beauty mark on the right side of his face.
His name means ‘star in the sky.
Min Kyu can play drums.
He is a talent under Jellyfish Entertainment.
His role model is his parents.
Min Kyu passed an audition to become a trainee when he was in high school.
He is fascinated by the school buses in Los Angeles.
His favorite colors are black and pink.
Min Kyu has a tall stature and claimed that it is because her mother is also tall.
He did not believe in Santa as a child.
His favorite food is pork belly.
Min Kyu wants to be a historian, a businessman, or a singer.
He is caring and smart and overall has a positive attitude.
His favorite season is winter.
Netizens think he looks like a combination of Hwang Min Hyun from the boy group NU’EST,
Bae Jin Young from the boy group CIX, and Cha Eun Woo from the boy group ASTRO.
Min Kyu has a sister two years his junior.
He is close friends with Song Hyeong Jun from the boy group CRAVITY.
His favorite music genre is ballad.
Min Kyu joined a band named No Plan in high school.
He is good at playing Ping-Pong.
Min Kyu has long eyelashes.
He can put a total of eight mechanical pencil leads on his eyelashes.
Min Kyu wants to travel all around the world.
He wants to visit Jeju and experience horseriding.
Min Kyu was born in Gumi, but he was raised in Ulsan.
He cannot eat grilled fish.
Min Kyu is a dog person.
He likes learning about history.
His ideal type is…

Drama Series

Missing Crown Prince (MBN | 2024), as Prince Dosung
Maestra: Strings of Truth (tvN | 2023-2024), as Kim Tae Ho
Seasons of Blossom (Wavve | 2022), as Lee Jae Min
The Fabulous (Netflix | 2022), as Shim Do Young
Idol: The Coup (JTBC | 2021), as Seo Ji Han
Lonely Enough to Love (MBC every1 | 2020), as a supporting role
Pop Out Boy! (MBC | 2020), as Chun Nam Wook
Backstreet Rookie (SBS | 2020), as self

TV Shows

Style Me Season 3 (YouTube | 2022), as the main host
Friendship Tour 2 (KBS | 2021), as a regular member
Friendship Tour: Like It (KBS | 2020), as a regular member
The Show (SBS | 2020), as the main host
Pink Festa (MBC | 2019), as the main host
Produce X 101 (Mnet | 2019), as a regular member
MMTG (SBS | 2018), as a guest

Awards

2019 First Brand Awards – Hot Rookie Award – Kim Min Kyu

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FAQs

Who is Kim Min Kyu?

He is a South Korean actor, singer, host, and model.

Who is Kim Min Kyu’s real name?

His real name is Kim Min Kyu (김민규).

What makes Kim Min Kyu famous?

He gained fame after appearing in Produce X 101 (2018), before shifting his career into acting and appearing in drama series such as Idol: The Coup (2021) and Seasons of Blossom (2022)

Where is Kim Min Kyu from?

He was born in Ulsan, South Korea.

How old is Kim Min Kyu?

He was born in 2001, and he is 24 years old as of 2025.

When does Kim Min Kyu celebrate his birthday?

He celebrates on the 12th of every March.

How tall is Kim Min Kyu?

His height is 6’1″ or 185 cm.

Who are Kim Min Kyu’s parents?

He did not reveal the names of his father and mother.

Is Kim Min Kyu married?

He is not married. Furthermore, there is no information on whether he is in a relationship or not.

Who is Kim Min Kyus ex-girlfriend?

His ex-girlfriend is not known.

How rich is Kim Min Kyu?

His net worth is around $100 thousand to $1 million.

What is Kim Min Kyu’s nationality?

His nationality is South Korean.

Kim Min Kyu is the type of person who will give his best in every project he works on. This multitalented entertainer was born to shine on both the screen and the stage.