The stars aligned in Incheon as the Blue Dragon Series Awards returned for its fourth edition, shining a spotlight on the best in streaming television. Held at Paradise City Hotel, the award show brought out Korea’s brightest names, including IU, Park Bo-gum, Girls’ Generation’s Yoona, Kim Go-eun, and Byeon Woo-seok. It was a night of artistry, storytelling, and Korean drama evolution.
Netflix led the charge, with When Life Gives You Tangerines emerging as the evening’s biggest winner. The coming-of-age romance series took home four awards, including Best Drama Series and the prestigious Grand Prize, awarded to IU for her striking dual-role performance. Other standouts like The Trauma Code, Karma, and Culinary Class Wars proved that genre-defying narratives and bold performances are defining the streaming era.
From the best red carpet looks and major wins, here is a recap of everything you need to know about the night.
The Best Dressed Celebrities
From striking minimalism to high-octane drama, the red carpet was a masterclass in modern Korean glamour. Park Bo-gum brought retro sophistication, while IU and Girls’ Generation’s Yoona shone in glittering tulle gowns. Whether serving refined suiting or couture-level sparkle, these stars showed up to show out. See our picks for the evening’s most unforgettable looks.
IU
Park Bo-gum
Yoona of Girls’ Generation
Backstage Snapshots
While the awards lit up the stage, it was the behind-the-scenes candour that truly warmed hearts. Stars like IU, Park Bo-gum, and Hyeri took to Instagram to share shots of them huddling together for selfies, giggling between takes, and exchanging congratulatory messages. The energy backstage felt more like a reunion than an award show—proof that even at a high-profile ceremony, some of the best moments happen when the cameras aren’t rolling.
Award Winners
Beyond the red carpet and runway-worthy fashion, the award segment delivered standout moments that had the industry—and fans—buzzing. The night of emotional wins was filled with heartfelt speeches and well-deserved recognition.
When Life Gives You Tangerines dominated the ceremony, winning the Grand Prize, Best Actress (IU), and Best Supporting Actress (Yeom Hye-ran). TXT’s Yeon-jun charmed fans with his OST win, and Park Bo-gum, IU, Hyeri, and Lee Jun-hyuk were crowned Upbit Popularity Stars of the night.
Grand Prize: When Life Gives You Tangerines
Best Actress: IU From When Life Gives You Tangerines
Best Supporting Actress: Yeom Hye-ran From When Life Gives You Tangerines
Best OST Popularity Award: TXT’s Yeon-jun For Cinderella At 2 AM
Upbit Popularity Stars: Park Bo-gum, Hyeri, Lee Jun-hyuk, and IU
The Full Award Winners List
Grand Prize: When Life Gives You Tangerines
Best Drama: The Trauma Code: Heroes on Call
Best Variety Show: Culinary Class Wars
Best Actress: IU from When Life Gives You Tangerines
Best Actor: Ju Ji-hoon from The Trauma Code: Heroes on Call
Best Female Entertainer: Lee Soo-ji from SNL Korea
Best Male Entertainer: Kian84 from Kian’s Bizarre B&B
Best Supporting Actress: Yeom Hye-ran from When Life Gives You Tangerines
Best Supporting Actor: Lee Kwang-soo from Karma
Best OST Popularity Award: TXT’s Yeon-jun for Cinderella at 2 AM
Upbit Popularity Stars: Park Bo-gum, Hyeri, Lee Jun-hyuk, IU
LG U+ Good Influence Award: Ji Ye-eun from Kian’s Bizarre B&B
Best New Actress: Kim Min-ha from Way Back Love
Best New Actor: Choo Young-woo from The Trauma Code: Heroes on Call
Best New Female Entertainer: Mimi from Kian is CEO
Best New Male Entertainer: Moon Sang-hoon from The Blank Menu for You
This story first appeared on GRAZIA Singapore.
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