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Ji Chang-Wook’s 2025 Net Worth Breakdown ( Photo Credit – Instagram )

Ji Chang-Wook is one of the most sought-after actors, known for his versatility in the South Korean entertainment industry. From donning a villainous character in Gangnam B-Side to featuring in a rom-com drama like Welcome to Samdal-ri, he has done it all, proving his worth as an actor.

In the last few years, he has delivered a few of the highest-rated K-dramas. With such an impressive career and filmography, have you ever wondered what his net worth might look like? Well, his ever-increasing net worth deserves to be discussed. So, scroll ahead and find out more about it.

Ji Chang-Wook’s Career Highlights & Net Worth

Ji Chang-Wook has always picked up projects in which he can challenge himself emotionally or physically to become that character. There has hardly been any drama or movie that his audience and fans didn’t like.

Kim Ji Won To Play Genius Doctor In New Medical Drama ( Photo Credit – Instagram )

Kim Ji Won is one of the top actresses in the Korean film and TV industry right now. In particular, following her spellbound performance in tvN’s hit rom-com Queen of Tears, the actress rose to global fame. As her character Hong Hae In became a fan favorite, K-drama lovers began looking forward to her next big role. As per the latest update, the wait is seemingly over.

On February 14, Korean media outlet Star News reported that Kim Ji Won has received a casting offer for the upcoming medical drama Doctor X: Age of the White Mafia. Her agency, HighZium Studio, briefly confirmed the reports, saying, “She is positively considering the offer.” If she decides to appear, the talented actress will play the lead role of Gye Soo Jung, a genius doctor with a troubled past.

Korean TV showcases LGBTQ+ representation with heartwarming storylines, pushing the genre forward. K-dramas like Semantic Error explore identity and relationships in academia, marking progress. Despite challenges, LGBTQ+ representation is growing in K-dramas, offering diverse romantic storylines.

Representation in Korean television has been improving over the years, and the best gay K-dramas have some of the most heartwarming storylines that push the subgenre forward. American shows have, more recently, been noted for showcasing LGBTQ+ representation on the small screen, albeit in a relatively small way. However, when it comes to K-dramas, the genre has been a bit more conservative. Over the years, there has been a growing number of LGBTQ+ representation in K-dramas, whether involving same-sex couples or small storylines.

The representation may feel small to the Western audience, but they have a strong impact in a country that previously never tackled these themes on TV. There are now even several...

Kim Ji-won's role in Queen of Tears is a major highlight of her career, solidifying her as a major lead actress. Queen of Tears is a massive hit in 2024, arguably becoming an instant classic. Hae-in in Queen of Tears is a transformative character that further demonstrates Kim Ji-won's acting range.

Kim Ji-wons next K-drama after Queen of Tears has not been announced yet, and it will take a while given the series just ended, but I cannot wait to see what she does after playing Hae-in. Queen of Tears ending confirmed it as one of the best K-dramas of 2024, giving its lead characters a much-needed happily ever after following a troubling path that began way before they got married. Queen of Tears has arguably been 2024s biggest K-drama hit so far considering both broadcast TV and streaming, which is obviously massive for its lead actors.

Queen of Tears cast...

Romantic K Drama Series: Korean dramas, often referred to as K-dramas, have garnered immense popularity worldwide for their captivating storylines, charming characters, and heartwarming romance. From love triangles to forbidden romances, K-dramas offer a diverse array of romantic narratives that appeal to audiences of all ages. Here are the top 8 latest best romantic K-drama series that you don’t want to miss:

1. “Crash Landing on You” (2019-2020)

“Crash Landing on You” follows the story of Yoon Se-ri, a South Korean heiress who crash-lands in North Korea while paragliding. There, she meets North Korean army officer Ri Jeong-hyeok, and despite their differences, they develop a deep and forbidden romance. With its stellar cast, gripping plot, and beautiful cinematography, “Crash Landing on You” has captured the hearts of millions worldwide.

2. “It’s Okay to Not Be Okay” (2020)

“It’s Okay to Not Be Okay” tells the story of Moon Gang-tae, a psychiatric ward caregiver,...

Kim Ji-won's performances in dramas like Queen of Tears and Fight For My Way showcase her range and sincerity. Her portrayal of characters like Yoo Rachel in The Heirs and Choi Ae-ra in Fight For My Way are unforgettable. Kim Ji-won's nuanced acting in My Liberation Notes and Descendants of the Sun highlights her emotional depth and talent.

Though Queen of Tears has become one of the biggest K-dramas of the year so far, Kim Ji-won has a number of great performances under her belt that deserve just as much attention. Initially trained as a singer under the name JessicaK, Kim Ji-won changed career paths to debut as an actor in 2008. Since her acting debut in the sitcom High Kick 3, Kim Ji-won has continually proven that she excels in any genre as she continues to build on her already impressive filmography and deliver performances that only seem to get better.

South Korean revenge thriller Revolver, starring Cannes award-winner Jeon Do-yeon and directed by Oh Seung-uk, has been sold to key territories in Europe and Asia by Plus M Entertainment.

The upcoming feature has been acquired for France (Bac Films), Germany (Plaion Pictures), Taiwan (Moviecloud), Vietnam (Runup Vietnam), and Singapore, Malaysia, Indonesia and Brunei (Purple Plan).

The film reunites Jeon, who won best actress at Cannes in 2007 for her performance in Lee Chang-dong’s Secret Sunshine, with director Oh, having previously starred in the filmmaker’s The Shameless, which played in Un Certain Regard at Cannes in 2015.

In Revolver, Jeon stars...

Picture: The Bequeathed – Netflix

The third Netflix Original from Train to Busan creator Yeon Sang-Ho, The Bequeathed, is coming to Netflix in January 2024. We’ll be keeping track of everything you need to know about the first season of The Bequeathed, including the plot, cast news, production updates, and the Netflix release date.

Editors Note: The project’s title has changed from Family Gravesite to The Bequeathed.

The Bequeathed is an upcoming South Korean Netflix Original thriller series written and directed by Yeon Sang-Ho, the creator of Hellbound and the Train to Busan franchise.

When is the Netflix release date?

With the release of the official teaser trailer, it has been confirmed that The Bequeathed will be released on Netflix on January 19th, 2024.

An official poster has also been revealed.

Netflix poster for The Bequeathed

What is the plot of The Bequeathed?

The plot details for The Bequeathed are minimal,...

Welcome to Samdal-ri is a slice-of-life romantic comedy-drama series created by Kwon Hye-joo. The Netflix K-drama series is set on Jeju Island and the story revolves around Jo Yong-pil and Jo Sam-dal, who get separated because of their dreams but in adulthood, they meet once again when Jo Sam-dal returns to her hometown and reconnect with Jo Yong-pil. Welcome to Samdal-ri stars Ji Chang-wook and Shin Hye-sun in the lead roles of Jo Yong-pil and Jo Sam-dal. So, if you loved the Netflix K-drama series here are some similar shows you could watch next.

Hometown Cha-Cha-Cha (Netflix) Credit – Netflix

Hometown Cha-Cha-Cha is a superhit romantic K-drama series whose plot resembles Welcome to Samdal-ri. Hometown Cha-Cha-Cha revolves around a dentist, who moves to her quiet seaside hometown after an incident in the city. In her town, she becomes quite close to the village’s go-to handyman who is always up for helping the village residents.

Ji Chang-Wook is underrated as an actor because he is mainly recognized for his action dramas, but his abilities in other genres are overlooked. The actor has made the difficult decision to stop doing action dramas due to the toll they take on his body. Ji Chang-Wook excels in both action and romance genres, proving that he can prevail in almost any character, and fans appreciate it when he appears in a drama that blends both genres.

Despite his popularity as one of the best K-drama actors, Ji Chang-Wook is fairly underrated because he is mainly recognized for his action dramas, Healer and The K2. However, while he's quite charming when doing Parkour or knocking people out in black suits, his acting abilities in other areas are sometimes overlooked.

For example, in dramas like Suspicious Partner and If You Wish Upon Me, Ji Chang-Wook excels as both a loving partner and a captivating protagonist.

After two back-to-back K-drama sensations, Healer and The K2, Ji Chang Wook took a break from action dramas because the stunts he does on a regular basis were taking a toll on his body. Nonetheless, the actor thrived in romance dramas such as Suspicious Partner, Lovestruck in the City, and The Sound of Magic.

While the past few years have been eventful for the actor, fans are looking forward to what he has in store for them this year. That being said, prior to Welcome to Samdalri, Ji Chang Wook appeared in another drama named The Worst of Evil. It has garnered glowing reviews from viewers, but fans are more interested in the latter because it is a feel-good romance drama. With that in mind, here's everything we know so far about the upcoming K-drama Welcome to Samdalri.

Welcome to Samdalri: The Plot

Welcome to Samdalri has yet to release an official trailer,...

Lovestruck in the City debuted on Netflix in late 2020 and quickly became one of the streaming platforms' top shows, and with good reason. Like most K-dramas, the story revolves around love, but it's also so much more. It focuses on six individuals who recount their ideas, thoughts, and opinions about what love and relationships mean.

Related: Strong Girl Bong-Soon: 10 Reasons Why The K-Drama Is So Memorable

At the same time, audiences get to see their daily lives and personal struggles with the subject. It's safe to say the K-drama was relatable to many viewers. The storyline will have fans weeping, feeling sympathy, and smiling throughout. But it's not free of the reality of falling in and out of love.

If Netflix wasn't incredible enough for having hundreds of readily available movies and shows, it also became a hotspot for binge-watching K-dramas. Fans rejoice as the streaming platform got the rights to multiple fan-favorite shows. As well as developing and producing their own.

Related: 10 Highest Rated K-Dramas On TV, Ranked By Nielsen Ratings

The year 2020 wasn't so bad seeing as riveting K-dramas from thrillers, action, and romances made it more bearable. With so many to choose from, some K-dramas did better in terms of scoring. While Netflix, also had Korean movies, K-dramas took the cake. No one can resist the love story in Lovestruck in the City or a thriller like Extracurricular.

With Christmas now behind us, and 2021 fast approaching, it’s a good time to review all the new content that’s been added to Netflix in the last week. Highlights include the period drama Bridgerton, as well as Charlie Brooker’s Death to 2020 special, and the George Clooney-directed The Midnight Sky. What’s been made available, then, to the platform in the last seven days?

Well, on the movie side, Brooker’s Death to 2020 adapts his Screenwipe review format for Netflix, with the likes of Hugh Grant, Stranger Things‘ Joe Keery, and Samuel L. Jackson popping up in a fictional take on this year’s events. Given the quality of the recent Black Mirror entries from Brooker, we have high expectations for this new one-off, even if the world’s apparently been too bleak for a fresh batch of episodes. Another big original release, meanwhile, is Robert Rodriguez’s We Can Be Heroes,...

The first week of December has already brought in quite the haul for Netflix subscribers. The service has dropped two films in the Jurassic Park series, The Da Vinci Code and its sequel Angels & Demons, and the brand new David Fincher effort Mank, among others, but as we’ve all come to expect, there’s always more on the way to add to our must-watch lists.

Even better, today’s selection of new content encompasses multiple genres and formats, so you shouldn’t find it too difficult to round up something that you’ll want to see. The most notable title in the haul, though, is an often overlooked action thriller that you may want to give a chance.

2016’s Triple 9 tells the story of a group of Atlanta thieves who must come together to pull off one hell of a heist while using an unaware cop as a diversion,...

It’s time to take a look at what Netflix has got coming to its library this week. Beginning on Monday, December 7th, the streaming giant is adding a haul of 19 titles, which includes a bunch of original content and a few great new licensed projects. And as you’d expect, a fair amount of it’s holiday-related.

You and your whole family can enjoy a number of festive TV specials this coming week, for instance, including Super Monsters: Santa’s Super Monster Helpers on Tuesday and Christmas editions of both Ashley Garcia: Genius in Love and The Big Show Show on Wednesday. Not to mention A Trash Truck Christmas on Friday.

For more, take a look at the full list of what’s due on Netflix from Monday to Friday – there are no new additions on the way next weekend – below and then scroll down for further highlights.

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