WHether it’s the volatile success of calamari biz or the slow-burn romance language of queen regnant of Tears, K-dramas have carved out a massive global following. But while we binge these stories, the stars behind them are quietly making history with their earnings. According to Zee News, here’s a detailed look at eight of Korea’s top-paid actors and actresses in 2025, along with what they earn per episode.Also Read: From F1 to M3GAN 2.0: 7 major movies releasing in the second half of June 2025 you shouldn’t missTop highest-paid Korean actors of 2025 Lee Jung JaeThe Squid Game star is reportedly the highest-paid Korean actor, according to Forbes, earning $1 million per episode for Seasons 2 and 3. That paycheck not only makes him the face of dystopian drama, it also places him at the top of South Korea’s earnings chart.Kim Soo-HyunHis popularity soars with each project—and so does his bank balance. Tatler Asia cited his per-episode fee for One Ordinary Day at $423,000, while The Korea Times pegged his Queen of Tears deal at $3.7 million for 16 episodes—roughly $231,250 per episode.Hyun BinA fan favorite since Crash Landing on You, Hyun Bin continues to command huge fees. Siasat.com reports his earnings at around $167,000 per episode, while Times of India states his total net worth stands at $21 million.Lee Min HoFrom Boys Over Flowers to The King: Eternal Monarch, Lee Min Ho’s appeal is universal. Siasat.com reports he earns $167,000 per episode, and GQ India says his net worth is $26 million.Lee Young AeKnown for Dae Jang Geum and Lady Vengeance, she remains a respected figure in Korean entertainment. Her reported fee is ₩100M per episode, which is approximately $90,700.Jun Ji HyunThe queen of My Sassy Girl and My Love from the Star, Jun Ji Hyun, reportedly earns ₩110M per episode, which converts to $99,900 USD. Siasat.com also lists her fee at around $83,500 per episode.ALSO READ: Netflix this weekend: 10 best K-dramas for thrillers and rom-coms loversSong Joong KiWith Reborn Rich, he reportedly charged ₩300 million per episode. According to Bollywood Life, his net worth reached $40.3 million, thanks to blockbuster dramas like Vincenzo and his strategic role choices.Song Hye KyoFrom Autumn in My Heart to The Glory, her repertoire is as powerful as her pay. She earns ₩60M per episode, which is about $54,400.FAQsWho is Korea's highest-paid actor?Lee Jung Jae, with $1 million per episode for Squid Game, is currently the highest-paid Korean actor.Who is the highest-paid actress in Korea?Jun Ji Hyun ranks among the top, earning nearly $100,000 per episode.Who is the richest actor and actress in South Korea?Lee Min Ho and Hyun Bin are among the wealthiest male stars. Among actresses, Song Hye Kyo and Jun Ji Hyun lead the list.Who is the No. 1 Korean actor?Kim Soo-Hyun and Lee Jung Jae are both top contenders, based on popularity and pay scale in 2025.
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