She was shocked by the opulence.
In a fascinating recent livestream, veteran Korean actress Lee Da Hae shared an experience that left her speechless. After more than two decades in the spotlight, she found herself both humbled and amazed by the extravagance surrounding her.
In a recent vlog, Lee showcased her hectic schedule as she jetted off to join a livestream hosted by popular influencer Dandan. With a staggering 110 million followers, Dandan had an ambitious goal: to rake in ₩400 billion KRW (around $293 million USD) from her Korean livestream events. To make this happen, she knew she had to enlist Lee’s star power.
Even as Lee tried to juggle her commitments to make the broadcast, she faced challenges securing flights. Then came the jaw-dropping solution from Dandan: a private jet. The lavish ride, reportedly valued at ₩70 million KRW (about $51,300 USD), was exclusively arranged to fly Lee into China!
Upon her arrival at the airport, Lee enjoyed treatment fit for a queen, complete with gourmet meals served onboard. Despite her celebrity status, she couldn’t help but marvel at the opulence, quipping that she tried desperately not to seem like a “country bumpkin,” yet the richness of the experience left her utterly astonished.
When it was finally time for her to join the livestream, Lee only stayed for half an hour, but that short stint turned out to be astonishingly lucrative. Her brief appearance generated an impressive ₩20 billion KRW (approximately $14.6 million USD) in sales, leading staff to jokingly dub her “Lee 20 Billion.”
With a grin, Lee humbly credited her entire experience to Dandan, saying she should treat her like an unnie, despite the age difference, highlighting the warm camaraderie they share.
This magical experience didn’t just underscore Lee Da Hae’s enduring popularity in China; it also illustrated the unrivaled wealth and influence wielded by Chinese social media stars. For those interested, you can catch her full vlog by clicking here.
