Beethoven Virus is a 2008 South Korean television series starring Kim Myung-min, Lee Ji-ah, and Jang Keun-suk. The show drew attention for being the first Korean drama to depict the lives of classical musicians, an orchestra and ordinary people who dream of becoming musicians. It aired on MBC from September 10 to November 12, 2008 on Wednesdays and Thursdays at 21:55 for 18 episodes.

Kim Myung-min is a South Korean actor. He is best known for his leading roles in the television series Immortal Admiral Yi Sun-sin (2004), White Tower (2007), Beethoven Virus (2008), Six Flying Dragons (2015-2016), and Law School (2021), as well as the films Closer to Heaven (2009) and the Detective K film series. His first leading role was in the film, Sorum (2001). Praised for his acting skills, he is often called 'The Acting Expert'.