Actor Kim Min reveals his past as a clown and wanderer: “I lived in a van” [I Live Alone][★Night TView]

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Actor Kim Min revealed an unexpected chapter of his past.

On the episode of MBC's "I Live Alone" broadcast on the 2nd, Kim Min’s distinctive daily life and his story of living overseas for approximately eight years were shared.

On this day, Kim Min showed that he is currently living in a house in Dongducheon that is 80 to 90 years old. He surprised the "Rainbow Bridge" members with his unusual lifestyle, which included operating a generator himself, pumping up groundwater for use, and personally doing cement work on broken floors.

Regarding the unique atmosphere of his home, Kim Min explained, “When I was living abroad, there were times when I lived in my car. I had hung cloth over the windows of a van.” He added, “I felt so good while wandering around. This is exactly that kind of vibe.”

He then revealed his long-term overseas experience, stating, “I spent a year and a half in the UK, about five years in New Zealand, and about a year and a half in Australia. I think I lived abroad for about eight years.”

In particular, Kim Min also revealed what prompted him to leave for overseas. He recalled, “I originally did construction work in Korea, but when I was in my late 20s, I thought that if I was going to do it, I should go to the biggest company in the world.”

He continued, “I got a call and went to the UK for an interview, but we couldn’t communicate. I wanted to learn English quickly so I could take the interview again,” revealing his unexpected entry into acting by adding, “So I went to an acting school in New Zealand.”

The overseas life that initially began with the goal of joining a construction company led him down the path of acting. Kim Min shared, “I also studied clowning abroad. I learned theater and worked hard.” He added, “As an actor, I debuted first overseas. It was probably 2010. I traveled around here and there, going to new places and meeting people.”

His unique connection to martial arts was also revealed. Kim Min, who holds a total of 10 dan across various martial arts—including Taekwondo 4th dan, Hapkido 4th dan, and Karate 1st dan—revealed that he has been active as both an athlete and an instructor at the Hapkido dojang he has attended since 2016.

He explained, “I went there because I thought if I was going to be an actor, I should learn martial arts for acting roles. At that time, I also went there to compete and became a Gyeong Gi-do (CEO) athlete.” He added, “While training, I also served as an instructor. Now, when I have free time, I go there to teach.”

Having built his own life by moving between various countries, Kim Min shared his philosophy on life, stating, “For me, today has to be cool.” He concluded, “Giving yourself freedom and time, and doing what you want without regret—that seems like the cool thing.”

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