The 49th Blue Dragon Film awards took place Friday at the Paradise city hotel in Busan, South Korea, celebrating the country’s top films and performers. The event,often hailed as the korean equivalent of the Academy Awards,saw leading actors Hyun Bin and Son Ye-jin each claim a Best Actor/actress prize. Thier wins come as Korean cinema continues to gain international recognition, bolstered by recent successes like Parasite and the global popularity of streaming series featuring the winning couple.
Hyun Bin and Son Ye-jin Crowned Best Actors at Blue Dragon Film Awards
Power couple Hyun Bin and Son Ye-jin both took home top honors at the 49th Blue Dragon Film Awards, solidifying their status as leading figures in Korean cinema. The ceremony, a major event in the South Korean film industry, celebrated the best in film throughout the year.
Son Ye-jin won Best Actress for her performance in Cobweb, reportedly fulfilling a prediction she made on the red carpet. “I’m standing here and it feels so happy,” she said while accepting the award, according to reports. Hyun Bin was named Best Actor, though the specific film for which he received the honor wasn’t immediately specified.
The awards show also offered a glimpse into the couple’s personal life, with Son Ye-jin sweetly referring to Hyun Bin as “my Kim Tae-pyeong” – a nod to his character in the drama Crash Landing on You – while accepting her award. The couple also revealed their son’s full name during the ceremony.
Adding to the star power of the event, actress Yoona captivated attendees with her striking red-carpet look. She was also a nominee for Best Actress and served as one of the evening’s hosts. “Just standing here is happiness,” Yoona reportedly shared.
Son Ye-jin’s show-stopping gown also garnered attention, with many commenting on her flawless figure. When asked about a “life-or-death question” posed by her husband, Hyun Bin playfully responded, “It was me.”
The Blue Dragon Film Awards are considered one of the most prestigious film awards in South Korea, and this year’s ceremony highlighted the continued success and global influence of Korean cinema.
