Introduction

In a surprising turn of events, celebrated actor Lee Si Uhn has amassed a staggering 150,000 subscribers on his YouTube channel, yet he recently disclosed a shocking detail about his earnings: he had zero income for a whopping two and a half years of creating content.

Confession on Oh Yeon Seo's Channel

This unexpected confession came during an episode of actress Oh Yeon Seo’s YouTube channel, titled "Oh Yeon Seo's Room Tour, But Why Is Sian Here?" The video features Oh Yeon Seo giving viewers a peek into her home before they head to a restaurant in Heukseok-dong, where she introduced her special guest, Lee Si Uhn.

“Oh Yeon Seo enthused in the video, "A very special guest is coming today—the handsome actor Lee Si Uhn! I've made many free appearances on his channel, and he promised to support me as I start my own.”

Current Projects and Inspiration

When the hosts discussed his current projects, Lee Si Uhn revealed that he is busy filming a new drama. He also received credit from Oh Yeon Seo for her inspiration to launch her YouTube channel. “I was on the fence about starting up, but he encouraged me, saying, ‘You absolutely should!’” she said.

Shocking Earnings Revelation

However, what grabbed viewers’ attention was Lee Si Uhn’s candid admission about his income, or lack thereof. “I've been on YouTube for three years now,” he confessed. “I’ve reached 150,000 subscribers in that time, but for two and a half years, I had zero income.”

Playful Banter

Oh Yeon Seo couldn’t resist a playful jab, quipping, “That’s because you weren’t working hard enough! You’re only now starting to put in the effort.” To this, Lee Si Uhn acknowledged that after celebrating hitting 100,000 subscribers, he found renewed motivation to elevate his content creation.

Advice for Aspiring Creators

As Oh Yeon Seo embarks on her own new YouTube adventure, she sought encouragement from Lee Si Uhn, who offered some heartfelt advice: “Give it two to three years, and things will surely get better. Think in the long run. Don’t feel discouraged if success doesn’t come immediately. You’re going to do well.”

Conclusion

Lee Si Uhn’s revelation not only highlights the common struggles entertainers face on digital platforms but also serves as a reminder that building an audience takes time, effort, and unwavering dedication, regardless of one’s fame. This serves as inspiration for both aspiring and established YouTubers to persist in their content creation journey.