Jang Yoon Ju is not only dominating the fashion scene but also gaining massive popularity on the small screen as she plays Nairobi in "Money Heist Korea." With the continuing success of the Netflix series as well as the catapulting fame of the cast, here's how much Jang Yoon Ju earns as an actress and model.
Netflix released the adaptation of Alex Pina's La Casa De Papel through its Korean version "Money Heist: Korea - Joint Economic Area - Part 1."
The action crime series is currently creating a huge hype worldwide as the six-part episode series made it to Netflix's top 10 TV Show ranking second as cited by Flix Patrol.
Released on June 24, "Money Heist Korea" gained the viewers' attention as the adaptation entered the global chart.
Besides Jang Yoon Ju, the "Money Heist: Korea - Joint Economic Area" cast includes Yoo Ji Tae as Professor, Park Hae Soo as Berlin, Jeon Jong Seo as Tokyo, and more.
Runway Goddess to 'Money Heist Korea's' Nairobi
Before becoming an actress, Jang Yoon Ju solidified her name in the fashion industry.
At 17, she walked her first runway, stunning the crowd with her elegance and beauty as she became the opening and final model for designer Jin Tae Ok.
Since then, she has managed to conquer the fashion scene and made it as one of Korea's top supermodels.
Interestingly, she has also been among the host and judges of Korea's Next Top Model for five cycles and even co-authored a fashion book "Top Model."
Jang Yoon Ju entered the world of acting and had her debut in the award-winning movie "Veteran."
Despite landing a supporting role, the model-actress mesmerized viewers with her badass character.
Meanwhile, Jang Yoon Ju previously revealed to Vogue Korea that she turned down acting offers while working as a model.
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The 41-year-old beauty explained that fashion was her first love and worried she might not portray the roles given correctly.
Interestingly, she eventually gave it a try, and now, she is "Money Heist Korea's" Nairobi.
Jang Yoon Ju Net Worth 2022
With her year-long career as a model and actress, Jang Yoon Ju made millions in the industry.
According to a report, Jang Yoon Ju's net worth in 2022 is around $1.68 million. While the majority of her earnings came from fashion and acting, the 41-year-old beauty is also a singer-songwriter.
In 2008, she released her first album, "Dream," followed by another in 2012 titled "I'm Fine."
For her third album, she named it after her daughter, Lisa.
Curious about Jang Yoon Ju's portrayal as Nairobi in "Money Heist: Korea - Joint Economic Area - Part 1," fans can watch the adaptation on Netflix with six episodes in total for part 1.
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Written by Geca Wills
