Lee Min-jung Recounts First Love Saga from Middle School: Dieted to Match Her Crush's Ideal Type

Actress Lee Min-jung has openly shared her middle school first love experiences on her YouTube channel, 'Lee Min-jung MJ'.

In a recently uploaded video titled 'Lee Min-jung's Life Explanation: From Gold Spoon Rumors to Boys Over Flowers Casting', the actress detailed her middle school days. She confessed that during her "rebellious" phase at age 14, she developed a crush on an older boy who resembled Ethan Hawke from 'Before Sunrise'. To catch his eye, she strived to embody his ideal type: pale, slim, and with long hair.

Lee Min-jung, who admitted to reaching her peak weight in her late elementary school years, explained her efforts to shed pounds. She revealed that she began eating less and frequently lingered near the school store, hoping to get the attention of her crush. She even recounted an instance where she fainted from trying too hard to look pretty, a story that elicited laughter from viewers.

Despite her crush's popularity, Lee Min-jung mentioned her strong pride prevented her from writing him a letter, opting instead to gaze at him from afar at the school store. She humorously noted that her academic performance, once in the top 10, significantly declined during this period, attributing it to the combined effects of adolescence and her first love.

Lee Min-jung made her acting debut in the 2004 film 'Marrying the Mafia', quickly establishing herself as a versatile actress. She has since starred in numerous hit dramas and films, showcasing her wide acting range and earning a dedicated fanbase. Beyond her acting career, she engages with fans through her personal YouTube channel, 'Lee Min-jung MJ', sharing glimpses of her daily life and candid personality.