Kim Min Kyu (Entertainer): profile, age, net worth, height, singles, dramas, wife, Instagram
Kim Min Kyu (born March 12, 2001) is a South Korean actor, television host, singer and model under Jellyfish Entertainment. He is professionally known as Minkyu. He made his acting debut in a web drama “Pop Out Boy!” in 2020 and Idol: The Coup (2021).
Basic Information
| Name: | Kim Min Kyu |
| Stage Name: | Minkyu |
| Hangul: | 김민규 |
| Date Of Birth: | 12 March 2001 |
| Age: | 21 Years Old |
| Place Of Birth: | Ulsan, South Korea |
| Nationality: | Korean |
| Zodiac Siogn: | Pisces |
| Blood Type: | A |
| Occupation: | Actor, Model, MC |
| Years Active: | 2019 – Present |
| Agent: | Jellyfish Entertainment |
| Height: | 183 cm |
| Weight: | 62 kg |
| Siblings: | Sister |
| Marital Status: | Single |
| Education: | Munhyeon Elementary School, Moonhyeon High School and Youngdong High School |
| Net Worth: | $3 Million |
Early Life and Education
Kim Min Kyu was born March 12, 2001, in Ulsan, South Korea. His young sister is two years younger than him. Minkyu studied at Munhyeon Elementary School, then waam Middle School and Moonhyeon High School. He was later transferred to Youngdong High School because of his work.
Career
Kim Min Kyu represented Jellyfish Entertainment together with fellow trainee Choi Jun-Seong on the reality survival show Produce X 101 for the chance to debut in a Mnet boy group in 2019. Minkyu ranked 12th on the finale of Produce X 101. He was liminated from the final lineup.
Despite his elimination, Minkyu’s appearance on the show led him to receive many advertisement offers.
Kim Min Kyu made his acting debut after starring in the Playlist‘s web drama “Pop Out Boy!” as the male lead “Chun Nam-Wook” in June 25, 2020.
In 2020, Minkyu was chosen as one of the new hosts for SBS MTV’s music program The Show alongside The Boyz’s Juyeon and EVERGLOW’s Sihyun.
Kim Min Kyu became the first male model for the beauty brand Banila Company. He was chosen as a model for the American clothing retailer Guess (clothing).
Kim Min Kyu took multiple magazine shoots like DAZED, NYLON and Grazia. He was also cast to host MBC Music’s new program Pink Festa.
Ambassadorship
| Year | Title |
|---|---|
| 2020 | Miral Welfare Foundation Ambassador of Goodwill |
| 2019 | Banila Co. |
Soundtrack appearances
| Year | Title | Album |
|---|---|---|
| 2021 | “Tonight” (오늘 밤) (with Lee Eun-sang, Hong Eun-ki featuring Green) | Idol: The Coup OST |
| 2021 | “Talking to the Moon” (with Hani) | Idol: The Coup OST |
| 2021 | “To U” (with Jo Joon-young) | Idol: The Coup OST |
Web series
2020 – Pop Out Boy! | Playlist / as Chun Nam-wook
2022 – The Fabulous | Netflix / as Shim Do-young
Drama series
2021 – Idol: The Coup | JTBC / as Seo Ji-han
Web shows
| Year | Title | Network | Role | Remarks |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2021 | Friendship Tour 2 | Seezn | Cast member | With Lee Jin-hyuk, Lee Se-jin and Choi Byung-chan |
| 2020 | Friendship Tour: Like It | Seezn | Cast member | With Lee Jin-hyuk and Lee Se-jin |
Television shows
| Year | Title | Network | Role | Reamarks |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2022 | Style Me | Dong-A TV | Host | Season 3 |
| 2020-2021 | The Show | SBS MTV | Host | With Kim Si-hyeon and Juyeon |
| 2019 | Pink Fiesta | MBC Music | Host | |
| 2019 | Produce X 101 | Mnet | Contestant | Finished twelve |
Musical Career
| Genres | K-drama |
| Instruments | Vocals |
| Years active | 2019 – Present |
| Labels | Jellyfish |
Awards and Nominaations
| Year | Award category | Work | Remarks |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2019 | Hot Rookie Award | Minkyu | Won |
Net Worth
Kim Min Kyu hasa net worth that is estimated to be $3 million.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Kim Min Kyu doing now?
Kim Min Kyu is currently a trainee under Jellyfish Entertainment.
Is Kim Min Kyu a KPOP Idol?
Yes, he is a member of the project group MARS under the name Ji Han (지한). He is best known for being a contestant on the survival show Produce X 101 and ranking 12th place.
Does Kim Min Kyu have Instagram?
Yes, his has an Instagram and his username is @kimminkyu_0312
How do you write Kim Min Kyu in Korean?
Kim Min Kyu in Korean is written as : 김민규
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