Do you want to know who are richest K-pop Idols in 2023? If yes, follow this list of the top 10 richest K-pop idols with their net worth.
Korean popular music has just transformed the dynamics of music in past few years. K-pop groups have hauled global attention and their craze among fans is absolutely perceptible over the internet and social media platforms. All glory for their global success goes to the incredible and competent Kpop idols.
There are plenty of Kpop artists who have done really amazing contributions and given wow music to the world. As a result, they have gained huge stardom and money. Following shortlisted richest K-pop idols are such perfect examples of it. We have cited their net wealth through various online sources and it could differ. If you disagree, share the net worth in the comment section with genuine sources and details.
Top 10 Richest K-pop Idols in 2023
10. Jisoo
Kim Ji-Soo aka Jisoo, is an actress, singer, model, leader, and member of the famous Kpop group Blackpink. She was born on the 3rd of January in South Korea. Initially, she made her acting debut in 2015 and later became a member of Blackpink in 2016.
Jisoo, a brand ambassador for the cosmetic brand Kiss me, is now endorsing several products from Dior, including bags and cosmetics. She also recently modeled for Dior lip balm. Along with being a global ambassador for Dior, she collaborated with them in Dior fall 2021, Dior Vespa hitting the Elle magazine in countries like Singapore, Thailand, Hong Kong, and India. She gets the 10th spot among the richest K-pop idols with a net worth of $15 million in 2023.
Her presence at fashion shows creates buzz-generating a high value for events. She owns 54.2M Instagram followers. She recently made a game character by sketching the character and items herself in a popular Korean mobile game named KartRider Rush+.
9. Sehun
Oh Se-Hun aka Sehun is a rapper, singer, songwriter, actor, model, & dancer from South Korea. He is a member of South Korean and Chinese Kpop boy bands Exo, Exo-K, and Exo-SC as a lead dancer and rapper. Being an actor, he starred in several films and dramas alongside a high fan following internationally. He is also a brand ambassador for the XXX Zenga clothing line. Besides, he become the first male to be appointed as global ambassador for Dior in 2021. With a net wealth of $15-20 million, he ranks 9th in this list of the top 10 richest Kpop idols.
This richest Kpop artist has an attractive screen presence and is extremely popular in China and Korea. Apart from this, he did models for Fashion shows like Cartier, Berluti, Louis Vuitton, Moncler, and elite magazines. He debuted in cinema in 2023 and is about to star as the lead in a High school drama.
8. Lee Hyori
Lee Hyori is an actress, singer, record producer, TV, and activist called Nations Fairy. She belongs to the first generation of the K-pop industry, and the group Fin. K.L. She ranks 8th in the list of wealthy and most prominent K-pop stars with a net worth of $20 million.
Hyori earnings huge share is from Fin. K. L- the best-selling and performing group, making her famous nationwide and the impressive sales of their albums usually charting No.1 or 2 position. This rich Kpop star endorses several brands like Samsung, Calvin Klein, Adidas, Isa Knox, KB Card, etc. Her solo musical career continues to flourish with 24 Single, 6 Albums, and sales above 400,000 albums. Married to an affluent producer, together are producing a Korean variety show called Hyori’s bed and breakfast, filming on her property.
7. RM
Kim Nam Joon aka RM is another richest K-pop idol with a net worth of $20-23 million. He is a rapper, songwriter, record producer, and leader of the massive Korean boy band BTS. This Kpop idol has several solo singles and mixtapes released charting the Billboard as No.1. RM has written over 130 songs for BTS and a K-pop group, Glam, adding his revenue apart from featuring in the title track. BTS tours and concerts generate revenues benefiting the team and band.
This wealthy Kpop idol has an enormous following on Instagram with 32.7 M followers and endorses several brands like Samsung, Hyundai, Puma, Louis Vuitton, and others. The owner of a home of $5.7M receives 8 million as a shareholder and 8 million as a BTS member from Hybe Entertainment.
6. Lisa
Lalisa Manobal is one of the most successful and most popular K-pop idols in 2023 with a net worth of $20-25 million. She is a famous rapper, dancer, and singer in the popular K-pop girl band Blackpink. This Kpop star has a huge fan base across the world due to her talent, and bold personality. She is also cited as one of the hottest female rappers in the world.
Lisa has several solo advertisements from Thailand, generating a lot of revenue like the AIS Thailand, Samsung Galaxy S10, Korean brand Moonshot for Thailand and China, Ce line, Bulgari, and more. She is the first female K-pop artist to endorse MAC globally and release her collection entitled MAC x L. Her single Lalisa gained 73.6M views and sales of 736,221 records in the first week to increase her net worth and more recognition. She owns a video game and a YouTube channel titled Lilifilm Official has 9.92M subscribers, and her Instagram has 76.9M followers. All this amounts to her title, The Queen of K-pop idols.
5. J-Hope
With a net worth of $25-30 million, J-hope gets 5th place in this list of richest Kpop idols. He is a singer, songwriter, dancer, rapper, record producer, member, and dancer leader of the highly anticipated K-pop band BTS. His solo EP, Hope world, Daydream, and Chicken Noodle Soup, charted in Billboard Hot 100 or 200 and have above 35 million streams for each. This 28-year-old artist is well-known for gifting his band members and doing several charitable activities. Apart from solo J Hope is a BTS member, earns 8 Million, and another 8 Million as a shareholder in Hybe Entertainment. With their huge fan base, they have full-house concerts and shows. This rich K-pop idol has several endorsing brands like Hyundai, Louis Vuitton, Samsung, and Puma. He also owns a house worth $2.2M and 33.6M on Instagram followers.
4. Suga
Min Yoongi, stage name Suga is a composer, rapper, record producer, songwriter, and member of the famous K-pop group BTS. He is one of the richest K-pop idols in 2023 with a net worth of $30 million. Besides, he is also regarded as one of the most popular male Kpop rappers.
Suga is the only Korean solo artist to mark an entry in the Top 100 for his singles AgustD and D2. In just 29 years, he already has over 100 song credits for writing and producing them and collaborating with other artists. Min Genius, named by fans, has endorsements brands such as Louis Vuitton, Samsung, Hyundai, and Puma. Suga as a producer has additional income resources with 8 Million as a BTS member from tours and concerts and 8 Million as a share price from Hybe Entertainment. He owns a home worth 3M and actively participates in donation works.
3. Jungkook
Jeon Jung-kook is one of the successful and most popular K-pop idols in 2023. He is a singer, dancer, record producer, songwriter, main vocalist, and the youngest member of the much-loved K-pop boy group BTS. He did 03 solo songs in BTS named Begin, Euphoria, and My Time, the last two charting on Billboard Hot 100 as longest playing songs. Stay Alive is the recent track in 7fates: Chakho marks Jung kook’s entry in OSCs at 89 and Billboard Hot 100 at 95.
Jungkook is a strong influencer and has a massive fan base, titles him a sold-out king of the products he talks about getting out of stock. Samsung, Fila, Hyundai, Puma, Louis Vuitton, and many other brands with appearances in episodes of Korean series and songs under his credit. King of face cam receives 8 Million as a shareholder in Hybe Entertainment, and 8 Million as a BTS member additionally gets revenue from the concerts and tours they do. His net worth is $30 million attaining him 3rd place among the richest Kpop idols in 2023.
2. Kim Tae-Hyung
One of the most popular K-pop idols Kim Tae-Hyung comes in 2nd place in this list of the top 10 richest Kpop idols with a net worth of $35 million. He is a singer, actor, dancer, songwriter, and record producer. He is a member of the famous K-pop boy group BTS. This richest Kpop artist has full solo songs apart from BTS songs, all successful, and Christmas Tree topping in Billboard Hot 100 and marking his first entry.
V has an enormous fan base due to his appearance, dressing sense, and nature makes him more influential. He received 8 Million as a BTS member and an additional 8 Million as a shareholder in Hybe Entertainment annually. His endorsements include Louis Vuitton, Puma, Fila, Hyundai, and Samsung.
V owns 40.4M followers on Instagram in total 135 days of launching his account, breaking the previous records. This rich Kpop idol is another member who breaks records for most views on V Live. Also, he is the fastest solo artist to gain 200M views, 1B hearts, and another V Live got 500M views. BTS concerts and tours get sellout each time and generate profits for the team and label.
1. IU
Lee Ji-Eun is one of the richest female K-pop idols in 2023 leading this list with a total wealth of $40 million. She is a prominent Kpop idol who was born on 16 May 1993 in South Korea. By profession, she is a singer, songwriter, record producer, dancer, and actress. She debuted in the K-pop industry in 2007 and got national recognition in 2010 with her single Good Day also, ranking her No.1.
IU carved herself as The Nation Sweetheart and Korean artist with the No.1 songs record holder. Ji-Eun has writing credits for over 154 songs, including 06 studio albums, 09 EP’s, 30 No.1 Singles, and 05 No.1 Albums, with Celebrity from 05th Album as the most popular. IU has made appearances in several dramas like Hotel Del Luna, My Mister, Broker, etc. Besides, her first film shooting titled Dream generated a lot of revenue. The Bbibbi singer has plenty of advertisements like Guess, Samsung, Sony Korea, and Chamisul. Living in a luxury apartment in Seoul with enormous popularity and 26M followers on Instagram is also an active philanthropist.
