Lee Min-woo of Shinhwa shocks fans with marriage announcement: 'We've decided to become one family'

Another beloved Korean idol breaks a million hearts with the words "I'm getting married!" This time, it's Lee Min-woo from the legendary K-pop group Shinhwa who decided to drop this bombshell on his fans.Min-woo took to Instagram to share the big news. In the most polite way to announce he's officially off the market, he revealed that he's decided to tie the knot with someone he's known for a long time.

The Instagram Post That Changed Everything

Min-woo's announcement was as heartfelt as it was surprising. He wrote, "I have confirmed mutual feelings with a precious person I've known for a long time, and we've decided to become one family". Min-woo opened up about the recent difficult times that led him to this decision.

He shared that during mentally exhausting situations, spending time with his family made him reconsider the true meaning of family. The idol confessed that he had always harboured a desire to "build my own family that would be a source of strength for each other".

Fans Shower Him With Love

What makes Min-woo different is that he specifically wanted his beloved fans, known as "Shinhwa Changjo," to be the first to celebrate with him. He literally said he wanted to share his heartfelt story with them because they're the people he cherishes most.

But Min-woo didn't just announce his marriage and disappear. He made a promise that would make any fan's heart flutter - he assured his fans that while his life will undergo changes, he'll continue his unwavering activities on stage, powered by the love of both his fans and his new family. Min-woo is now the fourth member of Shinhwa to get married! This legendary group has been around since 1998, making them basically the granddaddies of K-pop longevity.

The Legends Who Started It All

For those who might not know, Shinhwa isn't just any K-pop group - they're literally the longest-running K-pop boy band in history. Debuting in 1998, they've been making music for over 25 years, surviving industry changes, military service, and countless trends that came and went. What makes them truly legendary is that they've maintained their original six-member lineup throughout their entire career, a feat almost unheard of in the notoriously volatile K-pop industry.

They paved the way for modern idol groups, proving that K-pop acts could have longevity and artistic growth beyond their initial contracts.