Joo Won Net Worth 2023: How Rich Is The Legendary Actor At 35?

Joo Won, the legendary star, returned to the small screen this 2023 to boast his gravity-defying action stunts and comical skills in the brand new TV series "Stealer: The Treasure Keeper."

To know more about the actor, his flourishing career, net worth and more, just keep on reading!

Joo Won's Humble Beginnings To Mainstream Success

Joo Won rose to fame right after debut with the 2010 television drama "King of Baking, Kim Takgu."

He played the role of the main antagonist in the show, and thanks to his performance and chemistry with the cast, the series earned the "national drama" status.

This opened a lot of doors for the actor, landing him projects after projects. Joo Won's most notable works include "7th Grade Civil Servant," "Good Doctor" and "Yong Pal."

Through these three dramas alone, Joo Won was able to showcase his versatility as an actor as he played emotionally challenging roles; from an autistic genius to a pediatric surgeon who has a deep and never-healing scar.

Even after completing his military service, Joo Won didn't lose his touch when it came to acting. In 2022, he headlined Netflix's multi-national action sci-fi film "Carter," which recorded a whopping 30 million viewing hours after three days of its release.

A year later, he transforms into an antique-stealing anti-hero in the brand new action comedy series "Stealer: The Treasure Keeper" with Lee Joo Woo and Jo Han Chul.

Joo Won's Net Worth In 2023

Through the years, Joo Won has proved himself as an actor. He has cemented his name in the industry with all of his works which are now considered classics by new K-Drama fans.

Not only that, Joo Won is also known outside South Korea, which only signifies his popularity and success.

At 35 years old, Joo Won's celebrity worth amounts to a whopping 30 to 40 million USD, making her one of the highest paid actors in Hallyu today.

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Aside from his acting stints, he's also a celebrated performer on the theater stage. In the past year, he returned with the romantic thriller musical "Ghost" as Sam Wheat.

Joo Won also worked with luxury brands like the Japanese clothing line EDWIN, GGIO2 Curation with Kim Young Kwang and more.

Now that he's back in the game, Joo Won's assets are expected to triple, especially as he takes on various roles from then on.

Joo Won On Dual Acting Role In 'Stealer: The Treasure Keeper'

Joo Won's much anticipated comeback series "Stealer: The Treasure Keeper" made its debut earlier this April.

In the series, he plays the double life dark hero Hwang Dae Myung who hides his identity as Skunk, a thief who punishes the bad guys that take advantage of the missing antiques and heritage items of South Korea.

ALSO READ: 'Stealer: The Treasure Keeper' Episode 1-2: Joo Won Transforms Into Undercover Thief

"Stealer: The Treasure Keeper" airs every Wednesday and Thursday at 10:30 p.m. KST on TVING. Watch the teaser here, ICYMI:

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Written by Elijah Mully.