Kim Jae-joong Actively Denies '1 Trillion Won Fortune Theory': "100 Billion Won Was a Joke... Exaggerated on YouTube"

Singer Kim Jae-joong has stepped forward to clarify the '1 trillion won fortune theory' circulating about him.

On the KBS 2TV entertainment program 'New Release: Delicious Stock' (hereafter 'Delicious Stock'), aired on the 7th, Kim Jae-joong revealed the truth behind the rumors of him being a trillionaire, which had been raised among netizens.

As Kim Jae-joong's agency operations were revealed on the show, fellow cast member Kangnam joked, "Hyung, did you earn that much?" and when it was mentioned that Kim Jae-joong had established two companies in prime locations in Mapo District, he added, "It must be 1 trillion won," referencing his wealth.

In response, Kim Jae-joong stated, "I am the CSO (Chief Strategy Officer) and have been operating the company for over two years." Regarding the '1 trillion won fortune theory,' he explained, "I think a joke I made in conversation with Joo Woo-jae in the past, saying 'He must have earned 100 billion won,' was exaggerated to 1 trillion won on YouTube."

However, Kangnam continued to press Kim Jae-joong, saying, "From what I see, it's close to 1 trillion won," to which Kim Jae-joong gestured with his hands towards the camera, saying, "Because of this again...", emphasizing that it was not true.

Following the broadcast, various reactions to Kim Jae-joong's clarification poured in on online communities and social media. Comments such as "As expected, Jaejoong hyung, his scale is different," "100 billion won is still amazing, but 1 trillion is a bit funny," "You really can't believe YouTube stories," and "Still, it's good to see him succeeding as a businessman" were posted, showing interest in his activities.