10 Highest Paid K-drama Actresses in 2023: Shin Min Ah, Gong Hyo Jin, More!
As new faces dominate the South Korean entertainment scene year after year, the multimedia contents also grow bigger and bigger.
The industry is also lacquered with iconic stars who boast nothing but greatness, besides their versatility and matchless prowess in acting.
Here are 10 actresses who are equipped with beauty and a handsome amount of net worth. Keep on reading to know more!
1. Jun Ji Hyun
Sitting atop of the food chain is Jun Ji Hyun who has a net worth amounting to a whopping 38 million USD!
The actress has appeared in many classic works like "My Love From the Star," "My Sassy Girl" and "The Thieves."
According to reports, she receives 100,000 USD per episode in many of her acting projects.
2. Song Hye Kyo
Next up is Song Hye Kyo; an actress who possesses beauty and sophistication. Currently, she has forked over 35 million USD as an actress.
An endorsement from the actress amounts to 800,000 USD. Imagine how much she makes in a year! Apart from that, she's also knowledgeable when it comes to real estate.
Because of this, Song Hye Kyo, who starred in the classics "Autumn in My Heart" and "Descendants of the Sun," is the second highest paid star in South Korea.
3. Lee Young Ae
Known for her roles in "Dae Jang Geum" and "One Fine Spring Day," Lee Young Ae is without a doubt one of the most spectacular stars in the industry.
Although she has gotten older with time, she still shines brightly. Thanks to his acting skills, she has received major awards in several ceremonies throughout her career.
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This 2023, the actress' net worth amounts to 28 million USD. Word is that the actress is paid 200 million KRW per episode; a hefty amount for a star!
4. Choi Ji Woo
Choi Ji Woo is South Korea's darling for many reasons; she has appeared in numerous projects like "Winter Sonata" and "Stairway to Heaven."
She has also won several acting awards including grand prizes. In every drama appearance, she is paid 50,000 USD.
During her brief appearance in the international hit series "Crash Landing on You," everyone was so thrilled to see Choi Ji Woo!
5. Ha Ji Won
"Empress Ki," "Secret Garden" and "What Happened in Bali" are only a few of her popular works. Ha Ji Won certainly created huge contributions in the acting industry with her excellence.
Currently in her early 40s, the actress is the fifth highest paid actress in the country. With a net worth of 25 million USD, Ha Ji Won receives a paycheck amounting to 50,000 USD each episode!
6. Kim Tae Hee
Kim Tae Hee is everyone's dream girl. A goddess with endless charms, she remains one of the most popular stars in the industry today even when she has aged.
Known for her work "Stairway to Heaven," the 42-year-old beauty gets paid 40,000 USD per episode.
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Though she's not active in the entertainment scene these days, her dramas are still streamed through various online platforms.
7. Gong Hyo Jin
Every drama she stars in reaches ultimate success, thus earning the nickname "Queen of Ratings."
Gong Hyo Jin has cemented her name in the industry with her performances in "Pasta," "When Camellia Blooms" and more, receiving a hefty sum of 40,000 USD per episode.
8. Park Bo Young
From "Strong Woman Do Bong Soon," "Abyss" and more, Park Bo Young proved that she's talented when it comes to acting.
With this, she sits at No. 8, donning a 20 million USD net worth. Park Bo Young is certainly one of the most loved actresses as she bags numerous awards for every role she plays.
9. Shin Min Ah
At the ninth spot, Shin Min Ah is also a power earner! The "Hometown Cha-Cha-Cha" star takes home 35,000 USD per episode, a proof of her solid acting skills.
Her dramas "Oh My Venus," "Tomorrow With You" and "My Girlfriend is a Gumiho," which are all still streamed up until this writing, are considered cult classics with huge media following.
10. Park Shin Hye
Last but not the least, the new baby momma Park Shin Hye is also rich! From her dramas and ambassadorships with Valentino and Prada, the actress certainly has a deep pocket.
At 10th place, Park Shin Hye boasts a 15 million USD net worth, proving the successes of her dramas "The Heirs," "Pinocchio" and more!
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Written by Elijah Mully.
