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Discover the glamorous yet complex lives of South Korea’s millionaires in “Millionaires of the World in Korea.” A blend of wealth and emotional struggles! 💰✨ #RealityShow #Millionaires #SouthKorea https://wp.me/p3JLEZ-9aL
A Reality of Riches
One could think that witnessing millionaires would mean encountering individuals who have resolved most life issues and live in a constant state of vitality and joy. However, “Millionaires of the World in Korea,” a Netflix reality show, compellingly showcases that this is far from the truth. The documentary delves into the lives of its affluent subjects, revealing their struggles with human emotions common across all social classes: father-son relationships, the pursuit of romantic connections, and the gnawing feeling of rejection. These narratives unfold against a backdrop of glamour, revealing the existential dilemmas that often accompany wealth.
The show features three women who received their fortunes through inheritance or grow it thought work and marriage and two man whose daily efforts are more related to their wealth stems. The Italian participant inherits an international fashion and design empire, yet his fraught relationship with his father betrays an oppressive familial bond. It appears he distances himself in an attempt to escape his father’s fierce control. The Korean man represents a different facet of wealth, as he navigates the entertainment industry—a world brimming with trends yet reflective of his youthful spirit in fashion and personal life. The contrast between their financial power and emotional vulnerabilities is interesting. The most of the show is spend in narcissism and self absorption of the millionaires, and the admiration of the three presenters who as pets want to clap every presented moment.
A Synopsis of the Show
“Millionaires of the World in Korea” takes its audience on a journey through the lavish lives of several affluent individuals residing in South Korea. With a superficial dynamic, the show weaves various storylines with a glossy surface: Double blind dates, anniversary parties, birthday parties, house tours, house and clothing shopping, etc. So many things and yet nothing at the same time.
A Look at Production
“Millionaires of the World in Korea” is a 2024 series created by Yuh Woon-hyuk and Park Hye-seong. The original title is “Syupeorichi Ibangin”. The cast presents three hosts: Mimi, BamBam, and Cho Sae-ho. The millionaires are Teodoro Marani, David Yong, Yoo Hee Ra, Noor Naim and Anna Kim. The music is by David Starck.
Yong Khung Lin (Chinese: 杨孔霖, born 1987), more commonly known as David Yong, networth. of 250 million, is a Singaporean businessman and singer. He is the current chief executive officer (CEO) of Evergreen Group Holdings of Singapore, a company with interests in timber trading, real estate, lifestyle and entertainment. The only Korean in the cast,
Noor Naim, networth of 20 million, (Arabic: نور نعيم; born: July 21, 1997 [age 27]), better known online as Noor Stars is a Iraqi-Emirati YouTuber who mostly uploads commentary videos. Additionally, she has been the host of the ‘Star Podcast’.
Aren Yoo Hee-ra, networth of 7.5 million, is a fashionista described as a luxury brand ambassador (instagram @arenyoo).
Teodoro Marani, networth of 5 million, (instagram @teo_lomino) is part of the family who owns Henry Beguelin, a brand that creates luxury Italian design leather pieces. Additionally, he is the founder of Loop Trade Innovators, which allows him to export and import beverages and other items from South Korea.
Anna Kim, networth of 1.5 million, (instagram @annakim.kr) is Pakistani, speaks Korean fluently, was a traditional Korean clothing model, later got married to Qamar Tiwana, a Pakistani man. He is the great-grandson of Sir Khizar Hayat Tiwana, who served as the premier of Punjab from 1942 to 1947.
Billionaires in South Korea
According to statista .com, in 2024, an estimated 208,800 millionaires lived in Seoul, South Korea, accounting for about 45.3 percent of the nationwide number of millionaires. The total number of people in South Korea owning financial assets of one billion South Korean won or more stood at about 461 thousand that year.
The Gangnam area is known as one of the richest neighborhoods in South Korea. The top 10 richest individuals in South Korea, as listed by Forbes, include Lee Jae-yong (11.5 billion), Michael Kim (9.7 billion), Seo Jung-jin (7.5 billion), Cho Jung-ho (6.2 billion), Mong-Koo Chung, Bom Kim, Kim Beom-su, and Hong Ra-hee.
A Global Series of the Affluent
“Millionaires of the World in Korea” is part of a broader series of documentaries on Netflix that explore the lives of the wealthy. Similar titles include “Dubai Bling”, “Selling Sunset,” which follows high-end real estate agents in Los Angeles, “Selling The City”, “Bling Empire: New york”, “Singapore Social”, and “The Parisian Agency: Exclusive Properties,” showcasing a family of real estate agents in France. Some investigative documentaries are “Bad Boy Billionaires: India”, “Dirty Money”, “The Billionaire, The Butler, and the Boyfriend”, “Jeffrey Epstein: Filthy Rich”, “Eat the Rich: The GameStop Saga”, “Billionaire Boys Club”, “Inventing Anna”, and many more.
Each of these series offers unique insights into the ostentatious lives of millionaires across the globe, presenting a experience that often glosses over the societal implications of wealth.
Critical Reflections on Social Responsibility
While these documentaries provide an exclusive window into lives many can only dream of, they often lack a critical lens regarding the ethical responsibilities of the wealthy. Netflix’s portrayal tends to be relatively neutral, merely documenting the lives of these millionaires without probing the broader societal context or the ethical origins of their income streams. The presence of social responsibility departments in these individuals’ industries remains a topic of curiosity. Why do those with the greatest potential for impact often find themselves ensnared in a pursuit of glamour rather than using their resources to better the world?
As viewers, we are left wondering about the systemic issues that allow for such societal contrasts—where multimillionaire athletes exist alongside struggling educators. While “Millionaires of the World in Korea” serves as an engaging and easy-to-watch spectacle, it reflects a shallow representation of a dysfunctional society that glamorizes wealth without scrutinizing its implications. Other shows in the Netflix arsenal, like “Georgina,” reinforce this pattern, showcasing the extravagant lives of the wealthy while largely disregarding social issues they could potentially address.
“Millionaires of the World in Korea” captures the reality of the affluent in South Korea. While it offers viewers a mesmerizing glimpse into a life of luxury seldom experienced by the average person.
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