From Kim Soo Hyun To Lee Jung Jae: Highest Paid K-Drama Actors In 2023

Television actors from Korea have gained global recognition, and their popularity, as well as their considerable net worth, have both expanded significantly.

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The K-wave phenomenon has undeniably piqued our fascination with Korean culture in India. The allure of K-pop and K-dramas has experienced a remarkable surge in popularity in the country. Consequently, the worth of certain K-drama stars has elevated, catapulting them to the status of the most well-compensated actors in the field. Below, we present a list of some of the top and most handsomely rewarded Korean actors in the year 2023.

1. Kim Soo Hyun

The title of the highest-earning K-drama actor belongs to none other than Kim Soo Hyun. As reported by Siasat Daily, the star of 'It's Okay Not to Be Okay' commands an astonishing fee of approximately USD 423,000 (equivalent to around Rs 3.5 crore) per episode. This Baeksang Award-winning actor's cumulative net worth is estimated to be around USD 117 million (approximately Rs 970 crore).

2. Lee Jung Jae

Even if you're not a K-drama enthusiast, you're likely familiar with or may have seen the worldwide sensation ‘Squid Game,’ featuring the seasoned actor Lee Jung Jae. This Golden Globe-winning actor is celebrated as one of South Korea's most accomplished actors. It is reported that Lee Jung Jae earns approximately USD 248,000 (equivalent to around Rs 2 crore) per episode. According to Celebrity Net Worth, the star of ‘Sandglass’ boasts an estimated net worth of USD 12 million (approximately Rs 99.5 crore).

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3. Soong Joong Ki

Continuing with the list of the most generously compensated Korean actors, we have the immensely popular Song Joong Ki. As per reports from Siasat Daily, the ‘Descendants of the Sun’ star rakes in an approximately USD 170,000 (equivalent to around Rs 1.4 crore) per episode. This Baeksang Award-winning actor is estimated to have a net worth of USD 24 million (approximately Rs 199 crore).

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4. Hyun Bin

Long before the immensely adored romantic comedy 'Crash Landing on You' garnered a devoted fan base, Hyun Bin was already a household name in Korean dramas. The star of 'Secret Garden' is reported to earn USD 113,000 per episode (roughly Rs 93.75 lakh). This actor, who has been honoured with the Daesang Baeksang Award, is believed to have an estimated net worth of USD 21 million (approximately Rs 174 crore).

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5. Lee Min Ho

Wrapping up the list of the top five highest-earning actors is the renowned Lee Min Ho. As stated by Siasat Daily, the ‘Boys Over Flowers’ icon is said to command a fee of USD 80,000 (equivalent to about Rs 66 lakh) per episode. This actor, who has received the Baeksang Award, is estimated to have a net worth of USD 26 million (approximately Rs 215.63 crore).

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