Veteran comedian Park Joon Hyung recently made a jaw-dropping revelation about his past earnings on the variety show ‘Boss in the Mirror.’
During the episode, he shared that at the height of his career, he was making approximately 300 million KRW per month (around 300,000 USD).
Park Joon Hyung gained immense popularity during his time on the legendary KBS comedy show ‘Gag Concert,’ particularly through the hit skit ‘Fourhead’ (also known as ‘Mappagi’ in romanized Korean).
His success led to an overwhelming schedule, with the comedian recalling how he was constantly traveling between cities, flying from Seoul to Ulsan, Gwangju, and even Jeju Island in a single day to keep up with his packed commitments.
At its peak, ‘Gag Concert’ recorded an impressive 40% viewership rating, cementing its status as one of South Korea’s most beloved comedy programs.
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Park Joon Hyung was one of the leading figures of this golden era, raking in earnings that reflected his immense popularity.
His revelation has sparked discussions online, with many reminiscing about the show’s impact on Korean comedy and entertainment.
Some fans expressed surprise at how lucrative the industry was for top comedians back then, while others praised Park Joon Hyung’s dedication and hard work.
With ‘Gag Concert’ no longer on the air, many netizens are also reflecting on the current state of Korean comedy, wondering if any show today could ever achieve such legendary success again.
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