The singer and actress Krystal Jung (also known as Jung Soojung or mononymously Krystal) is undoubtedly one of South Korea's biggest stars. At the age of 14, she started dominating the world with her music as a member of the first-ever multinational girl group of Korea under SM Entertainment.
Krystal Jung and Her Journey as a Singer and Actress
The Korean-America beauty started her career at the young age of 14.
She debuted as the lead singer in a five-membered multinational girl group, f(x), under SM Entertainment. The group gained a solid fanbase through the years and produced addictive music that is known worldwide, such as 'Electric Shock,' 'Rum Pum Pum Pum,' 'Red Light,' and '4 Walls'.
Aside from singing and dancing, she also participated and won first place in SBS' figure-skating show 'Kiss & Cry.'
While promoting with her group, Krystal widened her spectrum when she made her debut in 2010 as an actress in the sitcom 'More Charming by the Day.'
Krystal gained an appreciation for her acting when she appeared as Lee Min Ho's cute ex-girlfriend in the 2013 top-rating drama 'The Heirs' and was nominated for Best Young Actress in the Seoul International Film Festival.
Her acting career blossomed through the years. From minor and supporting roles, she landed main roles on several South Korean hit dramas.
In 2014, she landed her first major acting role with Rain, Infinite's Myungsoo, and Cha Ye Ryun in the musical romantic drama 'My Lovely Girl,' in which she won Most Popular Actress in Baeksang Arts Awards.
The actress also starred in dramas 'The Bride of Habaek,' 'Prison Playbook,' 'Player,' and 'Search' in which she first acted as a senior lieutenant army officer.
In 2020, she made her debut on the silver screen with 'More Than Family.' Krystal took on the role of a woman who got pregnant while dating her 19-year-old tutoring student.
Krystal recently appeared on the big screen with 'My Roommate Is A Gumiho' actor Jang Ki Yong and 'I'm Not A Robot' actress Chae Soo Bin in the romantic comedy-drama film 'Sweet & Sour.'
Krystal Jung's Departure From SM Entertainment, Signs With H&
In 2020, Krystal made headlines after she bid goodbye to her former company, SM Entertainment.
Though many were saddened by her abrupt decision, MeU (f(x)'s fandom name) and other fans celebrated. Fans expressed that this departure marks her fresh start to a new milestone in her life.
She is currently under H& Entertainment, home to legends Ju Ji Hoon, In Gyo Jin, Son Dam Bi, Kang Min Ah, and more.
Krystal Jung Brand Endorsements and Ambassadorships
With a gorgeous face like Krystal Jung, cosmetic and luxury brands have clamored to get the beauty to endorse their products.
Krystal Jung was the face of Etude House, one of the biggest cosmetic brands in South Korea, alongside her late best friend and f(x) co-member Sulli.
She is now AHC's, a Korean cosmetic brand, muse, and brand ambassador.
Ralph Lauren, one of America's luxury fashion brands, chose Krystal as their Korean ambassador.
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Aside from her love for music and passion for acting, Krystal certainly loves cars.
The singer and actress is Korea's Audi ambassador. Audi is a German vehicle manufacturer, one of the most luxurious car brands worldwide.
With this, Krystal, without a doubt, is one of the highest-paid celebrities in South Korea. But the real question is, how rich is Krystal Jung?
Krystal Jung's Net Worth in Year 2021
Despite being a big shot in the industry, Krystal Jung is known for being warm, soft-hearted, and down to earth.
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Krystal Jung's estimated 2021 net worth is about $14M. She spends her wealth wisely, and doesn't splurge on things that she didn't really need. Even her laptop computer is half a decade old now.
Her net worth is enough to tell that the singer and actress gives her best and works hard in everything that she does.
Krystal Jung will be playing the role of freshman student Oh Kang Hee in her new upcoming romantic comedy drama series 'Police University' with B1A4's Jinyoung and Cha Tae Hyun.
'Police University' premieres August 9.
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Written by Elijah Mully.
