These are 7 Beautiful Korean Actresses with the Highest Fees, Including Song Hye Kyo - Jun Ji Hyun!

Kapanlagi.com - Written by Fadya Jasmin

Being one of the most popular entertainment industries today, especially Korean dramas, the Korean entertainment industry has produced outstanding production quality. In addition to presenting interesting storylines that can captivate viewers, Korean dramas are also known for the presence of actors or actresses with excellent acting skills. For fans of Korean dramas, it's no surprise that these Korean actors or actresses are skilled. They always deliver impressive and dedicated performances, making these Korean actresses receive fantastic fees for their acting in each episode. The dramas or films they star in always receive high ratings. Here are 7 beautiful Korean actresses with the highest fees!

1. Jun Ji Hyun

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Beautiful actress Jun Ji Hyun is already known by K-drama fans as one of Korea's top actresses. Her acting skills cannot be underestimated. Jun Ji Hyun is known to have started her debut in 1997 as a model. Then in 1999, Jun Ji Hyun began her acting career by starring in the film WHITE VALENTINE. Thanks to her acting prowess, Jun Ji Hyun has received many offers to star in Korean dramas.

Having a career for 24 years, Jun Ji Hyun has successfully starred in popular Korean dramas and films such as MY SASSY GIRL (2001), WINDSTRUCK (2004), DAISY (2006), MY LOVE FROM THE STAR (2013), LEGEND OF THE BLUE SEA (2016), KINGDOM (2020), and JIRISAN (2021). With extraordinary popularity, the dramas and films starring Jun Ji Hyun often succeed in achieving high ratings. Therefore, Jun Ji Hyun is estimated to receive a payment of 2.5 billion Indonesian Rupiah for each episode.

2. Song Hye Kyo

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The star of the drama THE GLORY, Song Hye Kyo is already well-known as one of Korea's famous actresses with incredible acting talent. The beautiful actress, who is now 42 years old, began her acting career in 1996 by starring in the drama MERRY MORNING. Since her debut, So Hye Kyo has been actively taking on roles in various drama titles and has been successful in starring in dozens of Korean dramas.

There are a series of Korean dramas and films that this beautiful actress has starred in, such as WHITE NIGHTS 3.98 (1998), AUTUMN IN MY HEART (2000), FULL HOUSE (2004), MY GIRL AND I (2005), THE GRANDMASTER (2013), THAT WINTER, THE WIND BLOWS (2013), THE QUEENS (2015), DESCENDANTS OF THE SUN (2016), NOW, WE ARE BREAKING UP (2021), and THE GLORY (2022). She always gives her all in every drama she stars in, and it is known that So Hye Kyo receives a payment of 2.5 billion for each episode.

3. Lee Young Ae

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Actress Lee Young Ae began to soar after starring in JEWEL IN THE PALACE in 2003. Lee Young Ae made her debut in the entertainment world in 1991 as a model. After that, in 1993, Lee Young Ae made her debut as an actress in the drama HOW’S YOUR HUSBAND?. With excellent acting skills, Lee Young Ae became one of the highest-paid actresses in Korea.

Throughout her 30-year career, Lee Young Ae has starred in several popular Korean dramas and films, such as ASPHALT MAN (1995), THEIR EMBRACE (1996), BECAUSE I LOVE YOU (1997), INVITATION (1999), FIRST KISS (1999), JOINT SECURITY AREA (2000), ONE FINE SPRING DAY (2001), SAIMDANG MEMOIR OF COLORS (2017), and BRING ME HOME (2019). Successfully portraying various characters, Lee Young Ae reportedly receives a payment of 2.3 billion for each episode.

4. Choi Ji Woo

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Actress Choi Ji Woo is the next actress to be mentioned as having the highest fee. Born in 1975, she made her debut in 1995 with the drama WAR AND LOVE. Since her debut, Choi Ji Woo has been actively building her career as an actress. Choi Ji Woo is known to have starred in various Korean dramas.

Often starring in melodramas, Choi Ji Woo is nicknamed the Melodrama Queen in the Korean industry. Some popular Korean dramas starring Choi Ji Woo include WINTER SONATA (2002), STAIRWAY TO HEAVEN (2003), THE SUSPICIOUS HOUSEKEEPER (2013), SECOND 20'S (2015), WOMAN WITH A SUITCASE (2016), and THE MOST BEAUTIFUL GOODBYE (2017). The dramas she starred in attracted attention, and Choi Ji Woo apparently received a fee of 721 million Indonesian Rupiah for each episode.

5. Ha Ji Won

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Being a specialist in historical dramas, the beautiful actress Ha Ji Won is one of the senior actresses in the Korean drama industry. Ha Ji Won is known to have made her debut in 1997 through the drama SINSEDAEBOGO 100HUI TEUKJIB. With acting talent that is unquestionable, Ha Ji Won has achieved success as an actress after starring in the drama SCHOOL 2 in 1999. Rising in popularity, Ha Ji Won has starred in numerous Korean dramas and films.

Having a career of 26 years, Ha Ji Won has successfully taken on various roles in a series of Korean dramas and films, such as SECRET (2000), LIFE IS BEAUTIFUL (2001), WHAT HAPPENED IN BALI (2004), DUELIST (2005), CLOSER TO HEAVEN (2009), SECRET GARDEN (2010), AS ONE (2012), EMPRESS KI (2013), THE HUNTRESSES (2014), CHRONICLE OF A BLOOD MERCHANT (2015), and CHOCOLATE (2019). Thanks to her acting prowess, Ha Ji Won is known to receive a payment of 705 million rupiah for each episode.

6. Kim Tae Hee

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The star of the drama HI BYE, MAMA!, Kim Tae Hee, is one of the beautiful actresses who is famous for her excellent acting talent. Kim Ta Hee actually started her career in 2000 as a beauty advertisement model. A year later, Kim Tae Hee immediately starred in her first film titled LAST PRESENT. With her acting talent and beautiful face, Kim Ta Hee successfully received offers as the lead actress in several Korean dramas. Having an extraordinary visual, Kim Ta Hee is called the Goddess of Korea.

Her name became more recognized after she starred in the drama IRIS in 2008, which was successful in obtaining high ratings. Being among the highest-paid Korean actresses, Kim Ta Hee has starred in various Korean dramas or films. Some popular Korean dramas or films that she has starred in include STAIRWAY TO HEAVEN (2003), LOVE STORY IN HARVARD (2004), THE RESTLESS (2006), VENUS AND MARS (2007), GRAND PRIX (2010), MY PRINCESS (2011), YONG PAL (2015), and HI BYE, MAMA! (2020). Thanks to her acting ability, Kim Ta Hee receives a payment of 578 million rupiah for each episode.

7. Gong Hyo Jin

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Actress Gong Hyo Jin is the next actress known to receive a fantastic payment for the drama she stars in. Now at the age of 43, Gong Hyo Jin started her career in the Korean industry in 1999 through the drama WHISPERING CORRIDORS 2: MEMENTO MORI. Since her debut, Gong Hyo Jin has often received offers for roles in romantic comedy dramas. This has made her considered the queen of romantic comedy.

Her name became more known to the public after successfully starring in the film CRUSH AND BLUSH in 2008. Having a career for 24 years, Gong Hyo Jin has successfully taken on various roles in Korean dramas, such as SANG DOO! LET’S GO TO SCHOOL (2003), THANK YOU (2007), PASTA (2010), THE GREATEST LOVE (2011), MASTER’S SUN (2013), IT’S OKAY, THAT’S LOVE (2014), THE PRODUCERS (2015), DON’T DARE TO DREAM (2016), and WHEN THE CAMELLIA BLOOMS (2019). Displaying total dedication in her acting, Gong Hyo Jin is paid 570 million per episode.

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