Actor Lee Jung-jae has become the owner of a 55 billion won building in Cheongdam-dong.

According to an exclusive report by BizKorea on the 22nd, Lee Jung-jae purchased a two-storey to six-storey building in Cheongdam-dong for 22 billion won in June under the name of his personal company, Bena Pictures.

In 2020, Lee Jung-jae bought a 33 billion won building in Cheongdam-dong with actor Jung Woo-sung, who is known as a close friend of the star, in joint name, making him the owner of a total of 55 billion won worth of buildings.

The 22 billion won building, located midway between Hakdong and Cheongdam streets, has a land area of 315.3 square metres and a gross floor area of 1136.51 square metres.

The building was reportedly purchased by Lee Jung-jae in April and transferred to his ownership by paying the balance in June.

In particular, Lee added 'real estate leasing' to the business purpose of Bena Pictures on the date of the property contract.

Meanwhile, Lee Jung-jae founded Artist Company, an entertainment agency with Jung Woo-sung, in 2016.

In July 2024, Lee Jung-jae was ranked No. 1 in brand reputation among movie stars according to big data analysis.

Lee Jung-jae recently starred in the spin-off drama "The Acolyte" which is a spin-off of the global sci-fi classic "Star Wars," to rave reviews.

He is also set to star in the upcoming season 2 of the Netflix original drama "The Squid Game," which has gained immense popularity and fame around the world.

Season 2 of "The Squid Game" is set to premiere on 27 December.

"The Squid Game Season 2" picks up where "Kihoon" (Lee Jung-jae) left for the United States and returns with a purpose of his own.