How K-pop genius Rain and wife Kim Tae-hee became Korea’s richest celebrity couple – Gucci deals, K-drama smashes and reams of real estate

Whether through his TikTok dance covers or meeting with Twice to learn the dance for I Can‘t Stop Me, K-pop star Rain has been a ray of sunshine for hallyu fans this year.

He was recently named one of GQ Korea’s men of the year – in addition to other stars like Henry and Lee Dong-wook – in recognition of his lasting influence in variety shows, music and even on social media platforms. The star, who began his career in 1998, is also one of Korea’s richest celebrities with an estimated net worth of US$49 million, according to Korean entertainment news website Kdrama Stars.

Here’s what we know about the hit-making singer, dancer, producer, label boss, Hollywood actor and husband’s wealth and how he spends it.

When Rain and top actress Kim Tae-hee wed in 2017, their union was the talk of the town. Not only were they Korea‘s hottest stars who looked good together, they both just happen to be on the richest celebrities list!

Together, they took the number one spot as Korea’s richest couple ever. According to a 2017 report on Koreaboo, the couple’s combined properties are estimated to be worth US$43 million. A couple of high-valued properties they own are a villa worth US$11.1 million and a building worth US$22.2 million, both located in the upscale Cheongdam-dong in Seoul.

That was just the beginning – last month Singapore newspaper Today also noted their recent purchase of a US$2 million residence in California, bringing the couple’s combined property ownership up to about US$73.4 million, making them the country’s richest celebrity couple.