Mumbai: Following a popularity contest poll, socialite Paris Hilton has secured a leading role in a South Korean pop superstar's new video.

It is said that singer Kim Jang-Hoon wanted a Hollywood star to play his leading lady in his latest promo and hence he asked fans to pick their favourite actress, it is reported.

It is said that Jang-Hoon's representatives considered several Hollywood stars like Jessica Alba, Scarlett Johansson and Paris Hilton for the role, but a survey conducted in (South) Korea showed that Paris Hilton was the most well-known. "So we chose her," he said.

The 31-year old actress was reportedly paid around 625,000 pounds for the two-day beach shoot. The video, which was shot in 3D, also features model Travis Hanson.