Lee Min-jung Explains Why She Keeps Her Eldest Son Off-Screen

Actress Lee Min-jung has openly discussed her reasons for not revealing her eldest son, Joon-hoo, on television or YouTube. In a video uploaded on her channel 'Lee Min-jung MJ' on the 9th, titled 'Lee Min-jung, From Gold Spoon Rumors to Boys Over Flowers Casting. Everything Revealed *Lee Min-jung Life Explanation', she addressed the topic.

When close friends Wang Bit-na and Lee So-yeon asked if she planned to continue keeping Joon-hoo's face hidden, Lee Min-jung responded, "While it might seem exciting and fun for a moment now, it could become uncomfortable for him when he reaches middle or high school." She added, "It would be better for him to make such decisions about his profession after becoming an adult."

Lee Min-jung also shared, "My son plays youth basketball, so it is possible to see his face." She recounted an instance at a basketball game where, while she was briefly distracted, she overheard people saying, "Oh, there he is~ His face is just like his dad's~ You can see him, that's Lee Joon-hoo," highlighting the potential burden on her son.

Lee Min-jung gained significant popularity for her role as Geum Jan-di's rival, Ha Jae-kyung, in the 2009 drama 'Boys Over Flowers', solidifying her acting career. She has since starred in numerous dramas such as 'Temptation of an Angel', 'My Girlfriend is a Gumiho', 'Big', and 'Please Come Back, Mister', as well as films like 'Children of Heaven', 'Wonderful Radio', and 'Love Is Not Stop'. Her portrayal of a warm and relatable character in the 2023 tvN drama 'Crash Course in Romance' earned her widespread acclaim.