"Kim Soo Hyun's Salary for 'Queen of Tears' Disputed by Production Company"

The production team behind "Queen of Tears" has refuted recent claims regarding Kim Soo Hyun's salary for the drama series.

Reports emerged on March 26 suggesting that Kim Soo Hyun was earning 800 million won per episode, totaling a significant portion of the show's production budget of 40 billion won. However, Studio Dragon, the production company of tvN's "Queen of Tears," has swiftly denied these allegations, asserting that the reported figure is inaccurate.

Contrary to the speculation, Studio Dragon clarified that Kim Soo Hyun's actual salary is substantially lower than the reported amount, dismissing the notion that it constitutes a third of the production cost.

Penned by renowned screenwriter Park Ji Eun, known for hit dramas like "Crash Landing on You" and "My Love From the Star," "Queen of Tears" narrates a captivating tale of love, resilience, and humor amidst adversity within a married couple.

The drama continues to captivate audiences, topping Good Data Corporation's weekly list of most talked-about TV shows for two consecutive weeks. Furthermore, its latest episode achieved a record-breaking viewership rating of 14.1 percent, reaffirming its popularity and success.