7 Highest Paid Korean Actors & Actresses of 2025

K-Drama Stars Earning Big in 2025 Radiocity By Radiocity Team Published May 21, 2025 [{ "selector": ".custom-gradient", "duration": "500ms", "fill": "forwards", "keyframes": [ { "offset": 0, "transform": "translateY(100px)" }, { "offset": 1, "transform": "translateY(0)" } ] }]

Lee Jung-jae’s Global Appeal After Squid Game catapulted him to global fame, Lee Jung-jae continues to command sky-high fees in 2025. [{ "selector": ".custom-gradient", "duration": "500ms", "fill": "forwards", "keyframes": [ { "offset": 0, "transform": "translateY(100px)" }, { "offset": 1, "transform": "translateY(0)" } ] }]

Kim Soo-hyun’s Star Power Known for It’s Okay to Not Be Okay, Kim Soo-hyun remains one of the most bankable K-drama stars this year. [{ "selector": ".custom-gradient", "duration": "500ms", "fill": "forwards", "keyframes": [ { "offset": 0, "transform": "translateY(100px)" }, { "offset": 1, "transform": "translateY(0)" } ] }]

Hyun Bin: The Charmer Returns With major endorsements and new hits, Hyun Bin continues to charm fans—and increase his earnings. [{ "selector": ".custom-gradient", "duration": "500ms", "fill": "forwards", "keyframes": [ { "offset": 0, "transform": "translateY(100px)" }, { "offset": 1, "transform": "translateY(0)" } ] }]

Lee Young-ae’s Timeless Reign The Jewel in the Palace star still holds her elite status, earning big for selective, powerful roles. [{ "selector": ".custom-gradient", "duration": "500ms", "fill": "forwards", "keyframes": [ { "offset": 0, "transform": "translateY(100px)" }, { "offset": 1, "transform": "translateY(0)" } ] }]

Jun Ji-hyun’s Enduring Stardom From My Love from the Star to today, Jun Ji-hyun’s unmatched brand value keeps her among the highest paid. [{ "selector": ".custom-gradient", "duration": "500ms", "fill": "forwards", "keyframes": [ { "offset": 0, "transform": "translateY(100px)" }, { "offset": 1, "transform": "translateY(0)" } ] }]

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