[The 62nd Baeksang Arts Awards: Shining Moments] Yoo Hae-jin & Ryu Seung-ryong Earn Top Honors…A Friendship of 30 Years Shines

The 62nd Baeksang Arts Awards: A Triumphant Joint Win for Yoo Hae-jin and Ryu Seung-ryong—Friends for 30 Years

The top honor at the 62nd 'Baeksang Arts Awards' went to 'Yoo Hae-jin' from the film 'The Man Who Lives in a King', and 'Ryu Seung-ryong' from the drama 'Kim Bu-jang, Working for a Large Enterprise from Home in Seoul'. Held on the 8th at COEX in Gangnam-gu, Seoul, this ceremony delivered a heavier, more profound emotion than ever, thanks to the two actors—best friends for 30 years—winning the awards together. Winning the film category’s grand prize, 'Yoo Hae-jin' shared an overflowing reflection on the revival of theaters, saying, "I sincerely thank you, all 17 million of you. It’s a happy and fortunate thing that you brought back the taste of theaters that had been forgotten." Powered by 'Yoo Hae-jin'’s standout performance, 'The Man Who Lives in a King' swept not only the grand prize but also the Gucci Impact Awards, the New Actor (Acting) Award, and Naver’s Popularity Award—achieving an impressive four wins. The film recorded a cumulative audience of 16.81 million, proving its lasting power as it rose to No. 2 in the all-time box office rankings for Korean films.

Ryu Seung-ryong, Who Rose After the Years in Obscurity, Stands Tall as the Top Star of the Living-Room Screen

Winning the broadcasting category’s grand prize, 'Ryu Seung-ryong' recalled the years when he was unknown, back when he and 'Yoo Hae-jin' would hang posters and work part-time at a small theater in New York in the U.S. 30 years ago. He said, "I’m overwhelmed and deeply moved to receive the grand prize with my friend," adding, "I’m grateful to the viewers who didn’t ignore my journey through failure, but empathized with me. To all the people who cheer from every corner, be happy." Quoting a line from the drama, he left a lingering warmth with his remarks.

Park Bo-young Breaks Through Fierce Competition, Wins the Most Outstanding Award with Genuine Tears

The Most Outstanding Actress Award in the broadcasting category, decided through fierce competition, went to 'Park Bo-young' from 'Unknown Seoul'. 'Park Bo-young' teared up, saying, "It was tough, having to prove the value and usefulness of what I do every single moment," and then moved the audience with a sincere remark: "I want to comfort all the deer and sea urchins in the world—let’s live well today." Meanwhile, the Best Drama (Work) Award in the broadcasting category went to 'Eunjung and Sangyeon', and the Best Actor Award went to 'Hyun Bin' for 'Made in Korea'. 'Yoo Seung-mok', who won the Supporting Actor Award for 'Kim Bu-jang Story', received his first-ever trophy and delivered a fun, lighthearted speech; 'Im Soo-jung', who won the Supporting Actress Award for 'Fine: Country Folks', also revealed her recent condolences for her mother’s passing belatedly, making the venue grow solemn.

Mastermind Park Chan-wook Wins Best Work Award, Overwhelms the Venue with a Philosophical Message

The Best Film (Work) Award went to 'No Matter What Happens', directed by 'Park Chan-wook'. Director 'Park Chan-wook' left a philosophical piece of advice worthy of a master, saying, "The sadder and angrier the moment is, the more you need to try even a joke that belittles yourself to disperse the energy." 'Yoon Gae-eun', director of 'The Owner of the World', who received the director’s award, added more meaning by delivering a heavy message of solidarity toward survivors of sexual violence within the family.

Kim Yeon-kyung, Who Even Took On Entertainment, Made the Awards Rich Across Theater and Musical Categories

For the entertainment category, the Best Entertainment Work Award was given to 'First-time Director Kim Yeon-kyung', who also announced plans for Season 2. 'Lee Su-ji', who won the entertainment award, teared up with the joy of winning for two years in a row, and 'Ki An 84' likewise earned the honor of a shared win. In the theater category, 'Jellyfish', which tells the story of a woman with Down syndrome, received the Baeksang Theater Award, and in the newly established musical category, 'Dreaming of the Peach Garden' became the star of the first-ever work award. The Musical Acting Award went to 'Kim Joon-su' from 'Beetlejuice', completing a lively stage for a variety of artistic celebrations.

A Stable 3MC System Shone—Meet the Faces of Glory from the 62nd 'Baeksang Arts Awards'

With this year marking its 62nd edition, the 'Baeksang Arts Awards' brought the curtain down in grand style under the steady and classy hosting of 'Shin Dong-yeop', 'Suzy', and 'Park Bo-gum'. Here is the full list of all winners from this ceremony, which boasts the highest prestige in South Korean pop culture and arts.

[Full List of Winners at the 62nd Baeksang Arts Awards]

■ Film

• Grand Prize: 'The Man Who Lives in a King' 'Yoo Hae-jin'

• Best Work Award: 'No Matter What Happens'

• Director’s Award: 'Yoon Gae-eun' (The Owner of the World)

• Most Outstanding Acting Award: 'Park Jung-min' (Face), 'Mun Ga-young' (If We Were There)

• Supporting Acting Award: 'Lee Sung-min' (No Matter What Happens), 'Shin Se-kyung' (Huminteu)

• New Actor (Acting) Award: 'Park Ji-hoon' (The Man Who Lives in a King), 'Seo Su-bin' (The Owner of the World)

• Screenplay Award (Scenario Award): 'Byeon Seong-hyeon'·'Lee Jin-seong' (Good News)

• Arts Award: 'Lee Min-hwi' (Pavanne)

• New Director’s Award: 'Park Jun-ho' (3670)

■ Broadcasting

• Grand Prize: 'Kim Bu-jang, Working for a Large Enterprise from Home in Seoul' 'Ryu Seung-ryong'

• Best Drama (Work) Award: 'Eunjung and Sangyeon'

• Directing Award: 'Park Shin-woo' (Unknown Seoul)

• Screenplay Award: 'Song Hye-jin' (Eunjung and Sangyeon)

• Most Outstanding Acting Award: 'Hyun Bin' (Made in Korea), 'Park Bo-young' (Unknown Seoul)

• Supporting Acting Award: 'Yoo Seung-mok' (Kim Bu-jang, Working for a Large Enterprise from Home in Seoul), 'Im Soo-jung' (Fine: Country Folks)

• New Actor (Acting) Award: 'Lee Chae-min' (The Chef of a Tyrant), 'Bang Hyo-rin' (A Ma)

• Best Entertainment Work Award: 'First-time Director Kim Yeon-kyung'

• Entertainment Award: 'Ki An 84', 'Lee Su-ji'

• Documentary/Informational Work Award: 'Docu Insight—Our Time Is Shining'

• Arts Award: 'Kang Seung-won' (The Seasons)

■ Theater and Musical, etc.

• Baeksang Theater Award: 'Jellyfish'

• Young Theater Award: 'The Fire Truck of the Theater Company—Place'

• Acting Award: 'Kim Shin-rok' (Prima Facie)

• Musical Work Award: 'Dreaming of the Peach Garden'

• Musical Creation Award: 'Seo Byeong-gu' (Evita)

• Musical Acting Award: 'Kim Joon-su' (Beetlejuice)

• Naver Popularity Award: 'Park Ji-hoon', 'Im Yoon-a'

• Gucci Impact Awards: 'The Man Who Lives in a King'