The Korean entertainment industry not only produces successful dramas and films, but also creates stars whose wealth collects admiration all over the world. For these main actors, fame is only a part of the equation: what makes them “super-Ricchi” are very high acting commissions, income business of international approval and strategic investments.
1. Kim Hyun – $ 120 million
A guarantee of evaluation on Korean television, Kim Soo Hyun fascinated spectators with roles in My love from the star, It’s good not to feel good AND Queen of tears. Earn up to $ 600,000 for episode-one of the highest rates in the history of the K-RiMane drama at the top despite a great controversy of 2025 which cost him more approval agreements and legal battles.
With a global influence lasting over 15 years, Lee Min I have become famous with Guys on the flowers and continued with The heirs, Legend of the Blue Sea, The King: Eternal Monarchand international success Pachinko. In addition to the acting, it thrives in advertising for luxury brands such as Gucci and Boss and has a production company for greater creative control and revenue.
3. Song Joong Ki – $ 95 million
Burst with Sungkyunkwan scandal AND The innocent manThe global fame of Song Joong Ki has risen to the stars with Descendants of the sun. Continued with Vincenzo AND Richer while venturing in Hollywood. Its income derives from high acting taxes, luxury sponsorships and main real estate properties in Seoul.
4. Hyun Bin – $ 90 million
Known early for the Roma-com as My adorable Sam soonThe role of Hyun Bin in Crash landing on you He raised him to an ambassador of the luxury brand for Omega, Tom Ford and more. It invests in real estate and cinematographic production, diversifying its wallet.
From the support roles to the celebrity of the action in Healer AND K2Ji Chang Wook’s commitment in the execution of his acrobatics distinguishes him. Next to the acting, Calvin Klein and sports brands claims, maintaining a strong fan base in Japan, Thailand and China.
A cinema star since the 90s, Lee Jung Jae has become a global phenomenon with Play of squid. Now he directs and acts in important projects, co -owners of artists and invests in restaurants and properties.
7. Park SEO Joon – $ 60 million
With versatile roles from Kill me, healing TO ITEWON class and Hollywood’s exhibition in WondersPark Seo Joon is a Chanel global ambassador and a start-up investor.
8. Gong Yoo – $ 55 million
A star in both successful films (Train for Busan) and hit the dramas (Goblin), Gong Yoo maintains a selective approach to the roles, preserving the value of his brand for luxury approval.
One of the few Korean actors to be successful in Hollywood Gi joe AND Red 2Lee Byung Hun continues to shine nationally and manages BH Entertainment, managing the best actors.
10. So ji sub – $ 46 million
From the model to the dramatic icon (I’m sorry, I love you), Therefore Ji Sub also writes books, acts as a tourism ambassador and has a coffee, maintaining wealth through different initiatives and a private life style.
Sources: BusinessConnectindia
