On July 13, fashion magazine DAZED Korea shared a behind-the-scenes video from its upcoming August issue on social media. The magazine playfully captioned the post: “Anyone who dares interrupt this August edition shoot… will have to deal with it.”

It continued by referencing Lee Sung Min‘s latest role: “Minister of Education Choi Kang Seok, played by Lee Sung Min, has arrived at the DAZED photoshoot. Anyone who interferes with his shoot will be thoroughly dealt with.”

While the playful caption drew attention, it was Lee Sung Min’s striking appearance that quickly became the biggest talking point.

In the released footage, Lee Sung Min effortlessly modeled a variety of fashion looks, including a cardigan, a pleated skirt, and a light blue dress shirt. His noticeably sharper jawline, slimmer physique, and lean facial features immediately caught viewers’ attention, making him appear significantly different from his usual image.

Many fans admitted they had to look twice before realizing it was the award-winning actor. The dramatic transformation quickly sparked discussion online.

Some fans praised Lee Sung Min’s professionalism and commitment to his craft, applauding his willingness to undergo such a major physical change for a role. Others, however, expressed concern about his health, commenting that he looked “too thin” and hoping he was taking care of himself during filming. Many also noted that despite the weight loss, the actor looked noticeably younger and more stylish.

Lee Sung Min previously revealed the reason behind his weight loss during an appearance on the YouTube variety show Pinggyego in April. The actor shared that he had intentionally lost around 10 kilograms to prepare for his role in the upcoming film Ode to My Father 2.

Known for fully immersing himself in every character, Lee Sung Min has built a reputation as one of South Korea’s most respected actors, often undergoing significant transformations to deliver authentic performances.

In addition to filming Ode to My Father 2, Lee Sung Min recently appeared in the Netflix series Teach You a Lesson, portraying Minister of Education Choi Kang Seok.

His latest transformation once again highlights the veteran actor’s commitment to bringing realism to every role, even when it requires a demanding physical change.

Sources: Netizenbuzz