K-drama: The 7 most sought after actresses in South Korea

The Korean drama, better known as K-dramais booming worldwide thanks to its intriguing storylines and popular artists, most of them already established in the K-pop industry.

Within this industry there are some actresses who were listed at the Hollywood level and are the best pay on Korean television. Some earn more than 100 million won (South Korean currency) per episode.

Highest paid actresses in dramas

1. Jun Ji-Hyun

Wang Ji-hyunbetter known by her stage name Jun Ji-hyunis a south korean actress and model who has participated in dramas such as My love from the stars OR The legend of the blue sea. Thanks to its importance, it has won the affection of the public and has become the the highest earning actress in 2021. Furthermore, he has earned up to 100 million won for appearing in a single episode.

2. Lee Young-ae

Lee Young-ae is an actress with a vast repertoire, appearing in films and television dramas such as First kiss, A jewel in the palace, Sympathy for Lady Vengeance and more. The 52-year-old woman has already managed to make her mark in K-drama and won up to 200 million won for each episode.

3. Choi Ji-woo

Choi Ji-woo is a television and film actress, who has participated in dramas such as stairway to Heaven, Beautiful days AND Winter Sonata. She is considered the Hallyu princess, which means Korean drama princess, and has won awards such as the Baeksang Arts award.

4. Ha Ji-Won

Jeon Hae Rimbetter known by her stage name Ha Ji-Wonis a korean actress famous for her appearances inDamo, Empress Ki, Hwang Jiniromantic comedy Secret Garden and K-drama hospital ship.

She has stood out as one of the highest paid actresses of 2022, earning up to $45,000 per episode.

5. Kim Tae-hee

Kim Tae-hee she is a 43 year old actress who has appeared in dramas such as stairway to Heaven, Iris, Harvard love stories AND Lies hidden in my garden. She was one of the best-paid South Koreans in 2022, receiving a sum of $37,000 per episode.

6. Gong Hyo-jin

Gong Hyo-jin is a south korean actress who has participated in dramas such as Sang-doo! We go to school, Thank you, Sun of the Master and the movie He crushes and blushes. In addition to its beauty, it is considered as the queen of romantic comedies for his outstanding performance.

7. Bo-young Park

Finally, Bo Young Park. The 33-year-old young actress has played characters such as Shim Chung-ah in Scandal makersNa Bong-sun inside Oh my ghost and Do Bong coming soon Strong Woman Do Bong-soon.​​ Enter the category of the highest paid, through collection US$27,300 per episode.