5 k-pop idols who were born into rich families

Annually, the international music market generates billions of dollars. According to the Brazilian Union of Composers, in 2023, a study carried out by British economist Will Page, pointed out that, in 2023 alone, the industry generated around US$40 billion, a growth of 14% compared to the year 2021.

As a result, it is extremely common to see stars in the music world living extremely luxurious lives as a result of their hard work. Within K-pop, this is no different, where we can find idols from successful groups or soloists living full of glamour.

For some, success in their musical career came as an important life change, as they were born into humble families, as is the case of UI. Considered one of the main soloists in South Korea and one of the most successful, when she was little, due to a family debt, the artist had to live with her grandmother and brother in a small room, and they barely had money for food.

In addition to having suffered financial blows while auditioning to fulfill her dream of becoming a singer, UI He finally managed to sign with LOEN Entertainment, debuting as a soloist in 2008, and gaining success in 2010 after the release of “Good Day”. With the growth of his career, he managed to pay off all his parents’ debts in 2011, and provide a better life for his entire family.

Although there are many cases similar to that of UIthe industry also has very different situations, where some idols were born in the famous “cradle of gold”, and come from rich families. Meet some!

1. Tzuyu from TWICE

TWICE’s Maknae, according to information from the Koreaboo portal, TWICE’s parents Tzuyu They are successful businesspeople in their home country of Taiwan. The couple started out running a night market in Tainan, before expanding the business and investing in three hospitals in the country. Furthermore, it has been reported that the idol’s mother is also part of the management of some medical beauty clinics and cafes.

2. Nichkhun from 2PM

Despite being born in the United States, Nichkhuna member of 2PM, was raised in Thailand, and studied at one of the most prestigious schools in New Zealand, Waganui Collegiate School, the same institution attended by the prince Edwardfrom the United Kingdom, son of the late Queen Elizabeth II. According to the J-14 portal, the mother of Nichkhun He is the CEO of a major pharmaceutical distributor in Thailand called Union Medical.

3. Sooyoung from Girls’ Generation

According to Pinkvilla, Sooyounga member of Girls’ Generation, is the granddaughter of the CEO of a South Korean architecture company, responsible for helping with the construction of the Seoul Arts Center, an important arts complex located in Seoul, South Korea, where it houses five buildings: the Opera , with three auditoriums, the Music Hall, consisting of two concert halls, in addition to the Seoul Calligraphy Art Museum, the Hangaram Art Museum and the Hangaram Design Museum. Furthermore, his father also owns a production and construction company, and his family owns luxurious villas in Cheongdam-dong.

4. BTOB’s Yook Sungjae

The father of SungjaeBTOB’s maknae, is CEO of an IT company responsible for supplying semiconductors, according to information from Koreaboo. Furthermore, his grandmother was said to have managed a fishing farm in Paju, and his grandfather on his mother’s side is considered the pioneer in importing red silk carp to South Korea.

5. Umji, from VIVIZ and GFRIEND

Another maknae who also comes from a family with good financial conditions is Umjifrom VIVIZ and GFRIEND. His father is one of the most respected dental surgeons in South Korea, owning more than 45 clinics in the country, in addition to holding an important position in the Moa Dental group.