Wealthy and Attractive Actor Disclosed as Renowned Actress’s Nephew

Shim Jae Won is turning heads with his visuals, earnings, and famous family connection on TV Chosun’s Lovers Of Joseon.

The actor appeared on comedian Yang Sang Guk’s “Tier 6 Club” audition, a show segment about men actively looking for marriage. Shim quickly caught the panel’s attention with his sharp, exotic looks and surprising backstory.

Born in 1993, Shim is just 32 and the youngest among the auditionees. He revealed he dropped out in his third year of college and currently lives in a monthly rental. Despite that, his income is impressive—over ₩200 million KRW (about $131,000 USD) annually.

The surprise? Shim Jae Won is the nephew of veteran actress Shim Hye Jin, adding a major layer to his profile that shocked viewers.

Still, Shim opened up about his struggles in dating despite all this.

“There have been many times when I liked someone, but it didn’t work out,”
— Shim Jae Won

“When I approach someone, a lot of people keep their distance. Sometimes I wonder if it’s because I look a little foreign.”
— Shim Jae Won

Yang Sang Guk reacted with some jealousy, joking:

“Personally, you seem like a good person, but I hope you don’t come to the group meetings.”

The comment got laughs from the studio.

Shim Jae Won’s mix of celebrity ties, high income, and dating woes made his audition a hot topic.

Watch the moment below: