The earnings of top Korean actors per episode have become a hot topic online.

Recently, an online post titled The Male Actor Who Earns 500 Million KRW Per Episode revealed that Park Hyung Sik was paid 500 million KRW (~$375,000 USD) per episode for his role in JTBC’s Doctor Slump. Originally debuting as a member of ZE:A, Park Hyung Sik later became a successful actor.

He has starred in many dramas, including The Heirs, Strong Woman Do Bong Soon, Happiness, Our Blooming Youth, Doctor Slump, and his latest work, SBS’s Buried Hearts.

In Buried Hearts, he plays a genius with an extraordinary memory who seeks revenge after being betrayed. His intense performance has impressed many fans.

With the rise of OTT (over-the-top) streaming content, actors’ skyrocketing salaries have shocked netizens.

Kim Soo Hyun reportedly earned 500 million KRW per episode for Coupang Play’s One Ordinary Day and around 300 million KRW (~$225,000 USD) per episode for tvN’s Queen of Tears.

This means he likely made around 4 billion KRW (~$3 million USD) from One Ordinary Day and 5 billion KRW (~$3.75 million USD) from Queen of Tears.

Meanwhile, other big names also earn huge amounts per episode:

Park Bo Gum and IU – 500 million KRW for Netflix’s When Life Gives You Tangerines
Choi Min Sik – 350 million KRW (~$260,000 USD) for Disney+’s Big Bet
Song Joong Ki – 300 million KRW (~$225,000 USD) for JTBC’s Reborn Rich

At the top of the list, Lee Jung Jae secured the highest per-episode earnings in Korea, reportedly making 1 billion KRW (~$750,000 USD) per episode for Netflix’s Squid Game Season 2.

Netizens reacted with mixed feelings:

“This is why people dream of becoming celebrities.”

“Park Hyung Sik makes 500 million KRW per episode? Wow.”

“Lee Jung Jae’s earnings are insane.”

“No need to worry about celebrities’ financial struggles.”

“They must be working incredibly hard to earn that much.”

“I’m just jealous.”

What are your thoughts?

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BLACKPINK’s Jennie once again proved she’s a fashion queen!

On March 6–7, Jennie held The Ruby Experience show at the Peacock Theater in Los Angeles, where she met fans in person. But aside from her performance, it was her outfit that had everyone talking!

Jennie stunned in a stylish sleeveless top and a black mini skirt, but the real showstopper was her choice of accessories—sky-blue stockings and striking red high heels.

To top it off, she draped a luxurious fur coat over her shoulders, giving off major elegance and confidence.

Throughout the event, Jennie showcased various eye-catching looks. One of her most talked-about outfits was a white bodysuit with a deep neckline and a lingerie-inspired design.

While some fans loved the bold choice, others had mixed reactions, sparking debate online.

Meanwhile, Jennie officially made her solo comeback with her first full-length album, Ruby, released on March 4.

The album consists of 15 tracks, covering a wide range of genres. The title track, "Like JENNIE," was written and composed by Jennie herself, highlighting her unique personality and creativity.

The song delivers a powerful message—embracing confidence, being unapologetically yourself, and realizing that no one can take your place.

Despite the ongoing discussions about her fashion choices, one thing is clear—Jennie knows how to command attention, both on and off the stage.

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