Controversial Actor Reportedly Earning Big On TikTok Amid Harsh Criticism From Users
Park Si Hoo is facing fresh controversy over rumors about his TikTok earnings.
The rumor started online claims that the actor is making hundreds of millions of won every month from TikTok Live broadcasts. Some posts even said he pulls in up to ₩500 million KRW (about $347,000 USD) a month. The news spread fast and sparked heavy debate among netizens.
Park Si Hoo recently hosted a TikTok live on February 26, 2026 (KST). He appeared casually in a knit sweater and cap, showing fans glimpses of his overseas travels and chatting with viewers. He reportedly goes live almost daily, sometimes drawing more than 1,000 viewers.
Fans send virtual “gifts” during these streams, which creators can cash out. Many noticed a good amount of support appears to come from overseas viewers.
Because big fanbases can bring big donations fast, some netizens claimed:
“He makes billions just sitting there smiling,”
“He’s been ranked No. 1 in Korea for months.”
However, none of these numbers have been confirmed.
Park Si Hoo’s side quickly denied the claims. A close associate told OSEN on February 27:
“The claim that he earns ₩500 million KRW (about $347,000 USD) per month is ridiculous. It is completely false fake news.”
They added the revenue wouldn’t be that high and:
“50–70% or more goes toward taxes.”
The insider said the TikTok streams are mainly to connect with overseas fans who can’t see him often in person. Park Si Hoo has a strong fanbase in Japan and Southeast Asia thanks to dramas like The Princess’ Man and My Golden Life.
Reactions online are mixed. Some mock the quality of his streams and doubt the huge money claims. On community sites, fans and critics posted comments like these from theqoo:
- “He’s basically the middle-aged version of Cha Eunwoo who makes easy money off his face.”
- “Looks really are everything… seriously.”
- “I’m honestly so freaking jealous.”
- “Wasn’t he already top-tier in the drama world before the scandals?”
- “He seriously makes money in the easiest way possible.”
- “Does he just have a face that appeals to overseas tastes? Kind of fascinating.”
- “Wow, he’s seriously living life on easy mode.”
Park Si Hoo has had multiple scandals in the past. In 2013, he faced sexual assault allegations which were dropped after the accuser withdrew the complaint. More recently, he got caught up in legal issues linked to extramarital affair accusations, which his side has denied and is pursuing legal action against.
The controversy around his TikTok earnings and live streams is still heating up as fans and critics clash online.