Choi Min-ho

Quick Facts: Who was Choi Min-ho?

Subject:

Choi Min-ho

Known for:

South Korean entertainer known for his work in Shinee, acting, and solo music.

Born:

1991-12-09

Century / Era:

1991s Historical Era Archive

Verified Source:

2Day Chrono-Wiki & Primary Historical Archives

Origins & Early Life

Choi Min-ho (Korean: 최민호; pronounced [tɕʰø.min.ho]; born December 9, 1991), known mononymously as Minho, is a South Korean singer, songwriter, rapper and actor. In May 2008, he debuted as a member of South Korean boy band Shinee which later became one of the best-selling Korean artists. Aside from group activities, he debuted as an actor in November 2010 in KBS2's drama special Pianist. He has since landed roles in television series such as Salamander Guru and The Shadows (2012), To the Beautiful You (2012), Medical Top Team (2013), My First Time (2015), and Hwarang: The Poet Warrior Youth (2016). He made his feature film debut in 2016 with Canola.

Pivotal Works & Achievements

As a soloist, he has released the digital singles "I'm Home" (2019) and "Heartbreak" (2021). He released his debut solo EP Chase in 2022. Choi was discovered at the SM Casting System in 2006 and modeled for Ha Sang-beg's Seoul Collection F/W 08–09 in March 2008. One month later, Choi was chosen as a member of the group Shinee. The five-member boy group debuted on May 25, 2008, on SBS' Inkigayo.

Enduring Legacy & Impact

The group's first EP, Replay, was released on May 22 and debuted on the Korean music charts MIAK at number ten, peaking at number eight. Choi began participating in the rap making of Shinee's songs with their first studio album The Shinee World, under the guidance of rap instructor JQ. JQ praised Choi's writing ability and pointed out that he has many good ideas and "a few genius moments here and there". He was especially pleased with Choi's rap lyrics for Shinee's 2009 single "Juliette". In 2009 and 2010, Choi appeared in both the Korean and Japanese versions of Girls' Generation's music video "Gee".

Chronological Milestones & Life Events

1. 1991 (1991-12-09): Birth of Choi Min-ho — South Korean entertainer known for his work in Shinee, acting, and solo music.
2. 2006: 2006 Milestone — Choi was discovered at the SM Casting System in 2006 and modeled for Ha Sang-beg's Seoul Collection F/W 08–09 in March 2008.
3. 2008: 2008 Milestone — In May 2008, he debuted as a member of South Korean boy band Shinee which later became one of the best-selling Korean artists.
4. 2009: 2009 Milestone — He was especially pleased with Choi's rap lyrics for Shinee's 2009 single "Juliette".
5. 2010: 2010 Milestone — Aside from group activities, he debuted as an actor in November 2010 in KBS2's drama special Pianist.
6. 2012: 2012 Milestone — He has since landed roles in television series such as Salamander Guru and The Shadows (2012), To the Beautiful You (2012), Medical Top Team (2013), My First Time (2015), and Hwarang: The Poet Warrior Youth (2016).
7. 2016: 2016 Milestone — He made his feature film debut in 2016 with Canola.
8. 2019: 2019 Milestone — As a soloist, he has released the digital singles "I'm Home" (2019) and "Heartbreak" (2021).
9. 2022: 2022 Milestone — He released his debut solo EP Chase in 2022.

Historical Fact-Check Quiz: Choi Min-ho

True or False: “Choi Min-ho debuted as a member of the boy band Shinee in 2010.”

Answer (FALSE ❌): He actually debuted with Shinee on May 25, 2008.

Contemporary Figures & Related Historical Timelines

• Abby Stein — Contemporary (Born in 1991) (1991): Israeli-American author, rabbi, and activist who speaks on faith and gender identity.
• Ah Young — Contemporary (Born in 1991) (1991): South Korean singer and actress known for her time in the girl group Dal Shabet.
• Ahn Eun-jin — Contemporary (Born in 1991) (1991): South Korean actress known for roles in Hospital Playlist, The Good Bad Mother, and My Dearest.
• Al-Biruni — Shared historical date (12-09 · Died) (1048): Khwarazmian polymath, pioneering in science, history, and comparative religion.
• Alexandros Papagos — Shared historical date (12-09 · Born) (1883): Greek military leader and politician who served as Prime Minister of Greece (1952-1955).
• Ahn Woo-yeon — Historical peer (Born in 1991) (1991): South Korean actor known by the stage name Ahn Woo-yeon.
• Aki Takajo — Historical peer (Born in 1991) (1991): Japanese tarento, former member of AKB48 and JKT48, known for her idol career.
• Ahn Jae-hwan — Historical peer (Died in 2008) (2008): South Korean actor known for roles in films like Beautiful Temptation and Show Show Show.
• Aimé Césaire — Historical peer (Died in 2008) (2008): Afro-Martinican poet, politician, and founder of the Négritude movement.
• Alex Chilton — Historical peer (Died in 2010) (2010): American musician, best known for his vocal work with The Box Tops and Big Star.
• 1991 Historical Timeline & Archive — Explore world events and figures from 1991
• December 9 (12-09) On This Day — Historical birthdays and events on December 9

Frequently Asked Questions about Choi Min-ho