R.C The brightness of the cinema took over Seoul in the 46th edition of the Blue Dragon Film Awards, and the night was marked by a phenomenon that had never been seen in 62 years of festival history. The couple, perhaps most dear to Chorea, , Hyun Bin and Son Ye-jin, not only attended together, but also became the First marriage to win the awards for best actor and best actress in the same ceremony.
The event, held on Wednesday November 19 in the KBS Hall, was a celebration of Korean talent, which despite the recent drop in film production (according to K-Media), showed that quality is still intact. Today in Crazy about Korea We bring you the complete chronicle of the gala: from the overwhelming triumph of not other choice Until the emotional crossing of love messages from the Binjin couple.
The Binjin phenomenon: the historical moment that paralyzed the gala
The couple formed by Hyun Bin and Son Ye-yin, who got married in 2022 and welcomed their first child that same year, stole the show. They had already taken the stage together to receive the Popular Star Awards (Popular Star Award) next to Lim Yoona and Park Jinyoung. However, the emotional climax came with the main categories of action, consolidating its legacy.
The patriotic speech of Hyun Bin (Best Actor for Harbin)
Hyun Bin He was the first to take the floor in the Blue Dragon Film Awards when winning best actor For his role in the period drama Harbin.
In his speech, Hyun Bin He expressed deep gratitude for the opportunity to interpret a historical figure and a strong sense of responsibility. thanked the director Woo Min-ho for his trust and declared that the award was a dedication to ‘the countless people who sacrificed themselves for our country‘, given the theme of his film about the struggle for independence.
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</a>The actor concluded with a personal message that felt as epic as an ending of K-drama, looking at his wife:
‘To my wife, Ye-jin, who gives me strength by just existing, and to our son… I love and thank you.‘ (I don’t know you, but I’m crying)
The thoughtful victory of Son Ye-jin (best actress for not other choice)
The joy in the auditorium of the Blue Dragon Film Awards doubled when Son Ye-jin went up immediately after her husband to pick up the trophy for best actress for his performance in Not Other Choice.
Visibly overwhelmed by emotion, Son Ye-jin reflected on her career, remembering having won her first Blue Dragon when she was 27 years.
‘I always dreamed of winning the award for best actress, and tonight, that dream came true. Since I got married and became a mother, I have come to see the world through a different lens. I hope to grow as a better person and, through that, as a best actress.’
Like her husband, she closed her speech with the same family dedication, mentioning by his birth name to the winner of the night:
‘I would like to share the joy of this award with the two men I love the most: Kim Tae-Pyung [Hyun Bin‘s real name] and our son.’ (Yes..I’m still crying)
Not other choice: Park Chan-wook’s film, the big winner in Blue Dragon Film Awards
Although the popular attention was for the couple ‘Binjin’, the big winner of the night was the film not other choice, who dominated the ceremony taking six prizes in the Blue Dragon Film Awards
- BEST FILM: The production took the most coveted prize of the night. An official of Moho Film, the producer, stressed that the film took 20 years to be done, offering a message of hope to the industry.
- Best Director: The Legendary Park Chan-wook (Director of Oldboy and DECISION TO LEAVE) took the trophy for best director, this being his room award in the Blue Dragons, a feat rarely seen.
- Cast performance: The film also took home the award for best supporting actor to Lee Sung Min.
- Best Actress: To Son Ye-jin, for his role as Mi-ri, Man-su’s wife.
- Best Music (Best Music): To Jo Yeong Wook
- Best Technical Achievement (Best Technical Achievement): Recognition of excellence in production
Recognition of new stars and hidden talents
The gala did not forget the new wave that defines the future of Korean cinema:
- Best Supporting Actress: Park Ji Hyun won for his work in Hidden Face.
- Best New Actor: The actor Ahn Bo Hyun (in his first leading role) won by Pretty Crazy. In his speech, he revealed that his dream of acting began when he saw the film Crying Fist (2005).
- Best New Actress: Kim Doyeon took the award for Idiot Girls and School Ghost: School Anniversary.
- Best Popular Film (Audience): The public voted in favor of the zombie comedy My Daughter is a Zombie.
The brightness of popular winners and hosts of the Blue Dragon Film Awards
- Star hosts: The gala was hosted by the popular duo of actors Han Ji-min and Lee Je-hoon, who returned as co-hosts. The event was remarkable because it is the second year without Kim Hye-soo, who had been the hostess during 30 years (until 2023).
- Popular stars: In addition to Hyun Bin and Son Ye-jin, the award Popular Star Awards was delivered to Lim Yoona (From Girls’ Generation, by Pretty Crazy) and Park Jinyoung (From GOT7, by Hi-five).
- The choice of the public: The award for the highest grossing and popular film, the Audience Choice Award for Most Popular Film, it was for the zombie comedy My Daughter is a Zombie.
Bold and emotional performances
the night of the Blue Dragon Film Awards It was full of music and dramatic moments:
- AKMUS Lee Chan-hyuk: The Akmu member returned with a bold and highly commented performance. She performed ‘Endangered Love’ and ‘Vivid La La Love’ from her solo album, with a dramatic staging that was greatly applauded.
- Talent on stage: The child actress choi so-yul, who played the daughter of the characters of Lee Byung-hun and Son Ye-jin in not other choice, also had an emotional participation when making a cello piece during the ceremony.
- K-Pop Celebration: groups like boynextdoor, , the poem and the soloist Hwasa They also offered performances to celebrate the honorees.
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Blue Dragon Film Awards FAQs
1. Why are the Blue Dragon Film Awards so important?
They are considered One of the three most important film awards in Korea, along with the Baeksang Arts Awards and the Daejong Film Awards. The Blue Dragon It is famous for its focus on popularity and art, that is, it rewards both the acclaim of critics and the love of the public. released in 1963, are synonymous with glamor and prestige in the industry.
2. What is it about not other choice, the film that won best film?
The film is a black comedy directed by Park Chan-wook. The plot follows man-su, a middle-aged man who, being abruptly fired, he is forced to resort to extreme measures In a desperate job search to protect his family. The film is a social comment on the harsh economic reality of Korea. They are Ye-jin Interpret A Mi-ri, the wife of Man-su.
3. What makes Park Chan-wook’s Best Director Award so special?
It is your consecration! Park Chan-wook (Director of Oldboy and DECISION TO LEAVE) won the award for best director for not other choice. This victory is historically significant because it is its Fourth Award for Best Director in the Blue Dragons, an achievement that few directors in Chorea have reached.
4. What other stars have won the awards for best actress and actor?
Over the years, the Blue Dragons They have consecrated legends. In recent years, the award has been for iconic figures such as Song Kang-ho (frequent winning, including by parasite) and Jeon Do-Yeon (Cannes winner). see to Hyun Bin and They are Ye-jin Winning together places them directly on the historic peak alongside these Korean film giants.
5. What makes the movie so special Harbin for hyun bin?
Harbin It is a spy action movie set in the turbulent colonial era of Chorea. Upon receiving the award for best actor, Hyun Bin He dedicated his speech to ‘The countless people who sacrificed themselves for our country’. This shows that, beyond acting, the film has a deep historical and patriotic weight, which makes it a very significant project for the actor’s career.
6. Are only movies for the awards recognized?
No! Although the main categories are for feature films, the ceremony also recognizes other formats. Prizes include categories for best short film (which in this edition was for in our day), as well as awards for technical achievements such as Best Cinematography, Best Edition and Best Music.
7. Who are the winners of the popular Star Award?
The Popular Star Award (Popular Star Award) It is given to the actors who generate more love and attention from the public (it is a fan vote). This year was jointly won by four stars: Hyun Bin, , They are Ye-jin, , Lim Yoona (from Girls’ Generation) and Park Jinyoung (from GOT7). It is one of the few awards of the night that is decided directly by the popular vote.
8. What does the Best New Actor Award mean for Ahn Bo Hyun?
the prize to Best New Actor It is one of the most important because it predicts the future of Korean cinema. Ahn Bo Hyun (famous for K-dramas as Itaewon Class and Military Prosecutor Doberman) won for his role in Pretty Crazy. In his speech, the actor revealed a deep connection with the cinema: he said that his dream of acting began when he saw the film Crying Fist (2005). The Blue Dragon gives a boost to his film career.
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