Jin Young Park is the richest Kpop Idol through the JYP Entertainment agency. (Photo: celebrities.id/Soompi)
The richest Kpop idols are hard to count on the fingers. The wealth of the idols is collected through songs or drama and movie stars.
However, none of the members of the boy group BTS made it into the top 10 richest idols this year. It's quite surprising because BTS is the most successful music group in Korea.
Reported by Times Now News, Friday (23/7/2021), here are the 10 richest K-pop idols this year.
1. JYP (Jin Young Park)
JYP seems to be leading the way as the richest K-pop idol of all time. He started his career as a Kpop Idol in the mid-1990s as a singer and songwriter.
His wealth began to climb when he built an agency called JYP Entertainment that houses major K-pop idols, one of which is Twice. She founded the entertainment company in 1997 and skyrocketed after the debut of her first girl group, Wonder Girls.
2. Kim Jaejoong
Who doesn't know Kim Jaejoong, a former member of Idol TVXQ. He is a singer, actor, songwriter, director, designer, and even entrepreneur. So no wonder, Kim Jaejoong became the number two rich man in the Kpop industry.
It is also known, Kim Jaejoong also owns a lot of real estate around the city and often shows off his list of luxury cars.
3. PSY
PSY. (Photo: Soompi)
PSY or has the full name Park Jae Sang is a rapper who has gone worldwide with the single Gangnam Style at that time. Even though PSY comes from a wealthy family, he managed to stand on his own and build his music business, namely an entertainment agency called P Nation. This agency houses famous actresses, such as Jessi and Hyuna.
4. G-Dragon
As a member of the music group Bigbang, G-Dragon (GD) has written many hit songs for the group. Not surprisingly, he made a lot of coffers of money from the copyright in his name. In addition, he is also a singer, rapper, and model icon who often gets offers with well-known brands.
5. Rain
Kim Tae Hee's husband is a successful Kpop songwriter, producer, and idol. He also had his own company called Rain Company and even had an impressive solo career during his time. He also often appears on the small screen in the drama or film industry.
6. Choi Siwon
Choi Siwon. (Photo: Soompi)
Who doesn't know this handsome idol? Having the name Indonesia Agung, Siwon Choi has also been named the richest Kpop Idol. He started his career by debuting with the boy band Super Junior. Not to mention that he will inherit his parents' wealth, can you imagine how rich Siwon is?
7. IU
IU is also the highest-earning Kpop Idol on this list. Having a beautiful face, melodious voice and extraordinary acting, makes IU often lined up with various brands to work together. Not to mention the songs and dramas that are worldwide hits.
8. Lee Hyori
Often appearing in advertisements and working with well-known brands, Hyori has amassed a fortune. Lee Hyeori was also the highest paid Idol in 2006, so it's no surprise that she became the richest Kpop Idol.
9. Taeyang
Taeyang. (Photo: Soompi)
Besides G-Dragon, Taeyang is also included in the list of richest Kpop idols. Famous for its fashion icons, Taeyang is often eyed by various luxury brands, one of which is Fendi. Therefore, Taeyang managed to enter as the richest Idol in South Korea.
10. TOP
Rapper as well as singer and songwriter TOP or Choi Seung Hyun is also included in the ranks of the richest Kpop idols. His wealth comes from song credits, brand endorsement loyalty from luxury brands he has worked with, TV commercials, and various record productions. /celebrities.id
