# Lee Chae Min Opened Up About Playing a Tyrant — And His Honesty Is Refreshingly Rare

URL: https://technosports.co.in/lee-chae-min-opened-up-about-playing-a-tyrant/  
Published: 2026-04-23  
Updated: 2026-04-23  
Author: Reetam Bodhak

There’s something genuinely likeable about an actor who admits he was terrified of his own role. In his latest Harper’s BAZAAR Korea feature, **Lee Chae Min** sat down for a candid pictorial and interview — and what came out was a portrait of a young actor who’s quietly building one of K-drama’s most interesting filmographies.

### Lee Chae Min — Overview

| Detail | Info |
| --- | --- |
| **Name** | Lee Chae Min |
| **Feature** | Harper’s BAZAAR Korea — May 2026 Issue |
| **Latest Project** | Bon Appétit, Your Majesty |
| **Role Type** | High-intensity tyrant |
| **Notable Work** | Crushology 101 |
| **Known For** | Diverse roles across genres |

### Two Types of Roles — and Why That Matters

Lee Chae Min explained that the projects he pursues fall into two categories — ones he deeply relates to or finds fun, and ones he isn’t entirely sure about but takes on to challenge himself and discover a new side of his abilities.

![Lee Chae Min](https://technosports.co.in/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/lelelelle-782x1024.jpg)

It’s a rare and self-aware approach to a career. Most actors lean into what they know. Lee Chae Min actively courts discomfort — and his track record across historical dramas and villain roles shows it’s working.

### “Will I Really Be Able to Pull This Off?” — His Bon Appétit, Your Majesty Confession

This is the part of the interview that truly stands out.

Lee Chae Min revealed that *Bon Appétit, Your Majesty* was a project where he had to clench his teeth and just go for it. While he was grateful for the opportunity, his biggest worry was the “tyrant” keyword — since he isn’t someone who naturally expresses anger or raises his voice, he genuinely questioned whether he could handle such a high-intensity role.

He admitted that in the beginning, he approached the acting almost like a task to carry out, but was ultimately able to see it through with the support of those around him and the director.

That kind of vulnerability — from someone whose job requires projecting authority on screen — is exactly what makes fans connect with actors beyond their characters. Learn more about the craft of [acting and performance techniques on Wikipedia](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Acting).

Also read: [Top K-drama actors to watch in 2026 — Technosports](https://technosports.co.in)

### The Competitive Streak That Keeps Him Sharp

On how his competitive spirit has shaped him, Lee Chae Min said it has never allowed him to become complacent — and that rather than trying to follow others around him, he draws motivation from them, which has kept him working hard.

It’s a mindset that explains the diversity of his portfolio at such an early stage of his career. He’s not chasing trends — he’s chasing growth.

For more on rising Korean entertainment stars, keep visiting [Technosports](https://technosports.co.in).

### FAQs

### **Q: What is Lee Chae Min’s most challenging role to date?**

 By his own admission, playing the high-intensity tyrant in **Bon Appétit, Your Majesty** pushed him the furthest outside his comfort zone.

### **Q: Where can I read Lee Chae Min’s full Harper’s BAZAAR Korea interview?**

The complete pictorial and interview are available in the **May 2026 issue** of Harper’s BAZAAR Korea.