Who is the richest Kpop idol male

The Korean music industry has already established a global presence over the years and is rapidly expanding. K-pop is questing for world domination with stars and bands like Kim Jae-joong, PSY, BTS and BLACKPINK, who is not only ruling the billboard chart but is also making history at the 2022 VMAs. Making big in the K-pop world is not simple, but several bands have accomplished spectacular success in the competitive industry. With their noteworthy performances, they gathered fame and fortunes in millions of dollars. Talking about money, let’s take a look at the net worth of the famous pop stars and who tops the list.

1. Kim Jae-Joong:

The lead vocalist of the boy band TVXQ in 2003 Kim Jae-joong tops the list with an estimated net worth of $100 million (Rs 798 crore) as per the media reports. Following the fall of the group in 2010, with two other former members, he formed JYJ. However, the singer pursue acting and has been featured in various k-dramas including Spy and Manhole.

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2. PSY:

Park-Jae-sang aka PSY is a South Korean singer, rapper, songwriter and music producer. He is also a global sensation with his single Gangnam Style and is estimated to have a net worth of $60 million (Rs 479 crore).

3. IU:

Lee Ji-eun aka IU is one of the wealthiest K-pop stars of her generation. The multi-talented actress has not only emerged as one of the top K-pop stars with her work including, Broker, Hotel Den Luna and many more. According to reports stated by ScoopWhoop, IU has a net worth of around $31 million to $ $45 million (Rs 247 crore to Rs 359 crore).

4. Taeyang:

Dong Young-bae popularly known as Taeyang is one of the members of the K-pop group BIGBANG who was once termed the Kings of K-pop. The artist not only achieved success in South Korea but also across the borders. As per the media reports, Taeyang has estimated net worth has risen to $35 million (Rs 279 crore).

5. J-Hope:

BTS member J-Hope who has recently headlined the Lollapalooza Music Festival is said to be the wealthiest among the other members. BTS has earlier announced their split and the seven members are currently focusing on their individual projects. According to Scoop Whoop, the idol’s net figure ranges from around $32 million to $34 million. (Rs 255 crore to Rs 271 crore).

K-pop idols have quite a high ceiling when it comes to their potential earnings. As their popularity and earnings grow, many turn to modeling, acting, real estate, and other entrepreneurial activities. From this, many K-pop idols are able to set up an entirely new and successful career for themselves.

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5) Rain ($50 million)

Rain, real name Jung Jihoon, is a famous K-pop idol, dancer and actor. He debuted in 1998 in a group known as "Fanclub." After its failure, he re-debuted as a solo artist in 2002 and has stayed successful ever since. His estimated net worth is around $50 million.

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The K-pop idol currently owns his own entertainment label known as R.A.I.N Company, which debuted an idol group named "Ciipher" earlier this year. He and his wife, Kim Taehee, own several different properties and are in the real-estate business.

4) G-Dragon ($55 million)

G-Dragon is the leader of YG Entertainment's four-member K-pop group BigBang. He is also a solo artist, songwriter, producer and fashion designer. He has an estimated net worth of around $55 million.

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A news company reported that the K-pop idol's net worth was around $40 million, in 2018. G-Dragon is one of South Korea's highest-paid celebrities. He opened his own cafe in 2015 and built an entire pension hotel from the ground up, which he gifted to his parents. He owns his own fashion apparel company and has opened several pop-up shops for the same.

3) Psy ($60 million)

Psy is a K-pop idol most famously known for his single, "Gangnam Style". Since then, the artist has grown exponentially and currently runs his own entertainment company. Psy's net worth is reportedly well over $60 million.

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In 2013, it was reported by the Korea Times that Psy made over $40 million in 2012 from Gangnam Style. He formed his label, P Nation, in 2019. So far, he has recruited many established artists from both within and outside the K-pop industry, including Hyuna, Dawn, Jessi and Penomeco.

2) Kim Jaejoong ($100 million)

Kim Jaejoong, or simply known as Jaejoong, is a member of the K-pop group JYJ. He and the other members were a part of SM Entertainment's TVXQ, until their eventual split from the label and group. Jaejoong's net worth is possibly in the $100 million range.

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Jaejoong has held a countless number of tours under both TVXQ and JYJ. Along with his idol duties, Jaejoong is also an actor and a director. He released several cookbooks in the past and used to own his own fashion label.

1) JYP ($150 million)

JYP, or Park Jinyoung, is the founder of one of the biggest entertainment labels in South Korea, JYP Entertainment. Along with that, he is also a K-pop idol and had last released music in August 2020. JYP's net worth has been said to be over $150 million.

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JYP has written an autobiography, debuted a brand-new idol group with Psy, and created many successful artists through his agency including, TWICE, Got7 and 2PM. JYP has also produced and written music for almost every artist under his label.

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