Lee Sung-min

Lee Sung-min, An Actor Who Dominates the Screen with His Presence

Although he became known to the public later in his career after long training on the theater stage, he is now one of the most trusted actors in Korean dramas and films. From an ordinary head of a household to a powerful authority figure, he convincingly embodies the weight of his characters, dominating the entire screen. In 2026, he will play the Minister of Education in Chamgyoyuk.

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From Stage to Screen

Born in Bonghwa, Gyeongsangbuk-do, he debuted in 1987 with the play 'Lithuania' and built a long career on stage. Although widespread public recognition came relatively late, the accumulated depth of his talent exploded thereafter. His late prime only added more depth to his acting.

From Office Worker to Authority Figure

He gained widespread empathy by portraying the joys and sorrows of office workers as Assistant Manager Oh Sang-sik in 'Misaeng' (2014), and as Chairman Jin Yang-cheol in 'Reborn Rich' (2022), he received the Best Actor in TV category at the 59th Baeksang Arts Awards with critical acclaim for his 'possessed acting'. He particularly showcases his unique explosive power when playing characters who speak the Gyeongsang-do dialect.

The Face Carrying Modern History

He repeatedly proved the weight of an authority figure in weighty works dealing with modern history, such as 'The Man Standing Next' and Jeong Sang-ho in '12.12: The Day'. His true value shines even brighter when he portrays complex characters that do not simply divide into good and evil.

Choi Kang-seok of Chamgyoyuk

In Chamgyoyuk, he takes on the role of Choi Kang-seok, the Minister of Education, standing at the apex of power surrounding the Office for Teacher Rights Protection. In the midst of a refreshing narrative of retribution, his profound presence adds weight to a character for whom it's not easy to judge as simply good or evil.

Frequently Asked Questions

• What are his representative works? 'Misaeng', 'Reborn Rich', 'The Man Standing Next', '12.12: The Day', etc.
• What are his awards? He received the Best Actor in TV category at the Baeksang Arts Awards for 'Reborn Rich'.
• What is his role in Chamgyoyuk? He is 'Choi Kang-seok', the Minister of Education.

See Also

Other main cast members of Chamgyoyuk include Kim Mu-yeol and Jin Ki-joo, the screenplay is by Lee Nam-gyu, and direction by Hong Jong-chan. More works can be found under Drama.

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