Minhyuk
민혁 · 이민혁 (Lee Min-hyuk) · Huta
Lee Min-hyuk — Lead Rapper · Lead Dancer · Vocalist · Visual
November 29, 1990 Korean 173 cm 61 kg Type A ISFP Sagittarius
Minhyuk is the lead rapper, lead dancer, and visual of BTOB, the six-member South Korean boy group that debuted under Cube Entertainment on March 21, 2012. Born Lee Min-hyuk on November 29, 1990, in Seoul, he is one of K-pop's most versatile idols — a skilled rapper, self-composing songwriter, dancer, and actor. Before debuting, he was active in Seoul's underground hip-hop scene alongside future Block B members Zico and Park Kyung. Within BTOB, Minhyuk is affectionately called the group's "mother" for his caring, detail-oriented nature, and he served as temporary leader while Eunkwang completed military service. Under his solo persona Huta, he has released acclaimed self-produced projects including Hutazone (2019), Boom (2022), and Hook (2025), alongside acting roles in dramas like A New Leaf and the 2020 film The Swordsman. Minhyuk is also celebrated for his athletic talent, winning MVP honors at the 2014 Idol Star Athletics Championships, and for hosting KBS Cool FM's "BTOB's Kiss the Radio" since 2021. His public recovery from a severe COVID-19 infection in 2021 drew global attention, including a message from WHO Director-General Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus. After BTOB left Cube Entertainment in 2023, Minhyuk helped found BtoB Company in 2024, continuing to write, produce, and perform as both a core BTOB member and an independent Huta solo artist — a true multi-hyphenate talent whose creative fingerprints run throughout the group's discography.
Story
Biography
Lee Minhyuk (Huta): BTOB’s Multi-Talented Rapper and Producer
Minhyuk (real name Lee Min-hyuk, 이민혁), also known by his solo stage name Huta, is a South Korean rapper, singer, songwriter, and actor, serving as the lead rapper, lead dancer, and visual of the boy group BTOB. Born on November 29, 1990, in Seoul, Minhyuk built his musical foundation as an underground rapper years before debuting, once recording alongside future stars Zico and Park Kyung of Block B.
Since BTOB’s March 21, 2012 debut under Cube Entertainment, Minhyuk has been one of the group’s most prolific creative forces — writing lyrics, composing music, and producing tracks both for BTOB and for his acclaimed solo project under the name Huta. His self-composed debut Korean album, Hutazone (2019), showcased his songwriting range, and he followed it with the studio albums Boom (2022) and the Huta-era EP Hook (2025).
Beyond music, Minhyuk is a familiar face in Korean dramas and variety shows, appearing in A New Leaf, Sweet, Savage Family, and the historical action film The Swordsman (2020). He is also known for his exceptional athleticism, having been crowned MVP of the 2014 Idol Star Athletics Championships after winning three gold medals and a silver.
Minhyuk served as BTOB’s temporary leader after Eunkwang’s enlistment, later completing his own mandatory service as a conscripted police officer from February 2019 to September 2020. His recovery from a severe COVID-19 infection in 2021 drew international attention after WHO Director-General Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus publicly wished him a speedy recovery on social media.
Since 2021, Minhyuk has hosted the KBS Cool FM radio program “BTOB’s Kiss the Radio,” further cementing his versatility as a broadcaster. Following BTOB’s 2023 departure from Cube Entertainment, he helped establish BtoB Company in 2024, continuing to balance group promotions with his acclaimed solo Huta persona — writing lyrics, composing beats, and performing rap verses that fans consider some of the most technically skilled in K-pop.
Profile
Basic Information
| Stage Name | Minhyuk |
| Full Birth Name | Lee Min-hyuk (이민혁) |
| Date of Birth | November 29, 1990 |
| Birthplace | Seoul, South Korea |
| Hometown | Seoul, South Korea |
| Nationality | Korean |
| Height | 173 cm (5'8") |
| Weight | 61 kg (134 lbs) |
| Blood Type | A |
| Zodiac Sign | Sagittarius |
| MBTI | ISFP |
| Education | Dankook University (Film Studies); Inha University (Culture Management, Master's) |
| Agency | BtoB Company (formerly Cube Entertainment) |
| Debut | March 21, 2012 (BTOB, "Insane") |
| Languages | Korean |
| Nicknames | Huta, Holiday Star |
| Hobbies | Writing lyrics, composing music, exercising, acrobatics |
| Favorite Color | Black and white |
| Ideal Type | Someone warm and understanding who supports him unconditionally |
Membership
Groups & Positions
BTOB
Cube Entertainment (2012–2023), BtoB Company (2024–present)
Lead Rapper Lead Dancer Vocalist Visual
March 2012 – Present
The Lineup
Group Members — BTOB
Eunkwang
Leader · Main Vocalist
Minhyuk
Lead Rapper · Lead Dancer · Vocalist · Visual
This Idol
Changsub
Lead Vocalist
Hyunsik
Main Dancer · Lead Vocalist
Peniel
Lead Rapper · Vocalist
Sungjae
Vocalist · Face of the Group · Maknae
Ilhoon
Main Rapper · Vocalist
Journey
Career Timeline
2011
Pre-debut sitcom appearance
Eunkwang, Minhyuk, Hyunsik and Il-hoon appeared in the JTBC sitcom "I Live in Cheongdam-dong," portraying a fictional trainee group called "Cheongdam Invincibles" before officially debuting.
2012
Debut with BTOB
BTOB officially debuted on March 21, 2012 under Cube Entertainment with the double title track "Insane"/"Imagine" from the EP "Born to Beat."
2015
First full-length album
BTOB released their first studio album, "Complete," in June 2015, cementing their reputation as one of K-pop's premier vocal groups.
2017
Breakthrough ballad hit
The group scored a major hit with the ballad "Missing You," one of the most beloved K-pop ballads of the era.
2018
Golden Disc Awards win
BTOB won Best Male Group at the 32nd Golden Disc Awards and the Main Award at the 27th Seoul Music Awards.
2020
BTOB 4U sub-unit debut
Eunkwang, Minhyuk, Changsub and Peniel formed the sub-unit BTOB 4U, debuting with the EP "Inside" and title track "Show Your Love."
2023
Departure from Cube Entertainment
In November 2023, all members left Cube Entertainment after their contracts expired, following 11 years with the label.
2024
Formation of BTOB Company
In February 2024, the members established BtoB Company to oversee group and solo activities going forward.
2014
Idol Star Athletics MVP
Minhyuk was crowned MVP of the 2014 Idol Star Athletics Championships, winning three gold medals and one silver medal for his team.
2019
Military enlistment & Hutazone
He released his self-composed solo debut album "Hutazone" in January 2019 before enlisting as a conscripted police officer on February 7, 2019.
2021
COVID-19 recovery & radio DJ debut
After a severe bout of COVID-19 in mid-2021 that drew international attention, Minhyuk recovered fully and became a DJ on KBS Cool FM's "BTOB's Kiss the Radio" that November.
Music
Discography
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Hutazone
Studio Album
2019
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Boom
Studio Album
2022
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Hook
EP
2025
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Born to Beat
EP
2012
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Complete
Studio Album
2015
💜
This Is Us
EP
2021
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Purple Rain (feat. Cheeze)
Digital Single
2017
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Good Night
Digital Single
2021
Recognition
Awards & Achievements
MVP, Idol Star Athletics Championships
Idol Star Athletics Championships
2014
Bonsang Award (with BTOB)
Golden Disc Awards
2018
DJ of the Year
KBS Entertainment Awards
2022
Bonsang Award (with BTOB)
Soribada Best K-Music Awards
2017
K-pop Special Award (with BTOB)
Various Year-End Awards
2025
Did You Know?
Trivia & Fun Facts ✨
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Minhyuk was born and raised in Seoul, South Korea.
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He has an older brother named Jungmin.
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Before debuting with BTOB, he was active in the underground hip-hop scene under the name "Huta."
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In 2008–2009, he recorded a mixtape track with future Block B stars Zico and Park Kyung.
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He studied film at Dankook University and later pursued a master's degree in culture management at Inha University.
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Fans often call him the "mother" of BTOB for his caring, meticulous personality.
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He served as BTOB's temporary leader while Eunkwang completed his military service.
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Minhyuk's specialties include writing lyrics, composing music, rap-making, and acrobatics.
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He has a pet puppy named Hamo.
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His friends jokingly call him the "Holiday Star" because he tends to get extra attention during holidays.
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He was crowned MVP of the 2014 Idol Star Athletics Championships after winning three gold medals and one silver.
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Minhyuk made his Japanese solo debut with the EP "Summer Diary" in July 2018.
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His fully self-composed Korean solo debut album "Hutazone" was released in January 2019.
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He enlisted as a conscripted police officer on February 7, 2019.
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Due to COVID-19 policy, he was discharged early on September 12, 2020, becoming BTOB's third member to complete service.
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He made his film debut in the 2020 historical action movie "The Swordsman," playing Gyeom Sa-bok.
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In mid-2021, Minhyuk contracted a severe case of COVID-19, developing high fever and pneumonia; his recovery drew a public message from WHO Director-General Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus.
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Since November 2021, he has hosted the nightly KBS Cool FM radio show "BTOB's Kiss the Radio."
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He received the "DJ of the Year" award at the 2022 KBS Entertainment Awards alongside Lee Ki-kwang.
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His second solo studio album, "Boom," released in June 2022, featured a duet with fellow member Changsub.
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He acted in multiple K-dramas, including "A New Leaf," "Sweet, Savage Family," and the web-drama "Nightmare Teacher."
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Minhyuk co-hosted SBS MTV's "The Show" with fellow BTOB member Sungjae before their official debut.
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He served as a star-master mentor on the survival show "Boys Planet" in 2023.
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His representative fan emoji is a squirrel .
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If Minhyuk were a woman, he has said he would want to date member Sungjae.
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He is part of BTOB's sub-units BTOB 4U and 90TAN.
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In July 2025, he returned to his Huta persona for the EP "Hook."
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He helped establish BtoB Company alongside his fellow members in February 2024.
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His favorite colors are black and white, reflecting his often minimalist personal style.
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Minhyuk is known among fans for his exceptional dance skills, often taking the lead in BTOB's choreography.
The Fandom
Fan Club & Fan Name 💜
Official Fan Name
MELODY
MELODY (멜로디) is the official fandom name of BTOB, symbolizing the harmony between the group and their devoted fans.
Official Fan Color
Slow Blue
The Slow Blue color reflects BTOB's calm, steady devotion and the warm bond shared with Melody fans worldwide.
Official Light Stick
BTOB Official Light Stick (Melody Bong)
Known as the "Melody Bong" or "Napalbong" for its trumpet-like shape, it lights up in BTOB's signature blue at every fan event and concert.
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