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 GRAZIA Singapore’s 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
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