Yoo Byung-jae Transforms into a Business Tycoon, Leading a Company with ₩10 Billion in Annual Revenue

Comedian and stand-up comic Yoo Byung-jae has successfully transitioned into a business mogul, making headlines with his impressive entrepreneurial achievements.

In the latest episode of MBC's 'The Manager' (Season 376), aired on the 13th, the daily lives of Yoo Byung-jae and his former manager, now co-CEO Yoo Gyu-sun, were spotlighted.

Yoo Gyu-sun, sporting a shirt that read 'CEO,' revealed, "Byung-jae and I started a company. We're running a planning and management firm together." He added, "I'm a CEO, but Byung-jae is also a co-founder."

Their company operates with a business division on the first floor, Yoo Byung-jae's channel management on the second, and a conference room and filming studio in the basement. An additional two-story office space is located within a five-minute walk. The company currently employs 35 staff members.

When host Jun Hyun-moo inquired about rumors of their monthly revenue reaching ₩10 billion, Yoo Byung-jae confirmed, "As of the recording date, it's our third anniversary. At the year-end closing, we thankfully achieved exactly ₩10 billion in revenue this year," receiving congratulations from the studio.

Yoo Byung-jae's secret to success lies in his unparalleled wit and sharp humor, honed through his career as a stand-up comedian. His natural conversational skills and quick thinking on variety shows have established him as a 'talk powerhouse.'

Moreover, his unpretentious, honest persona and sincere attitude have garnered significant public favor. Beyond just appearing on broadcasts, his entrepreneurial spirit in conceptualizing and producing his own content has cemented his unique position in the entertainment industry.

Meanwhile, Yoo Byung-jae was previously embroiled in dating rumors with Lee Yoo-jung, who is nine years his junior and appeared in TVING's 'Love Catcher in Bali' last year. He officially confirmed their relationship on 'The Manager.' Lee Yoo-jung, who gained attention for her resemblance to Song Hye-kyo and Han So-hee during her 'Love Catcher' appearance, is currently active as an actress. All eyes are on Yoo Byung-jae's continued success in both his career and personal life.

Netizens are impressed, commenting, "Yoo Byung-jae hit it big as a businessman too," "I only knew he was good with words, but he's also got business acumen!" and "Truly a versatile entertainer, I acknowledge it."