Another year, another red carpet awaits. The Blue Dragon Film Awards have announced its nominees for its 46th edition in 2025. But a brilliant dark comedy is stealing the spotlight, and screen legends are going head-to-head. Ready to see who made the cut? Let’s explore the complete list of nominees.
The 46th Blue Dragon Film Awards Nominees in 2025
This year’s nominations are exciting. The full list of nominees for the 46th Blue Dragon Film Awards showcases incredible talents and works, making it an exciting competition! This awards show is definitely one of the most anticipated events of the year!
The Frontrunner: “No Other Choice” Dominates
Park Chan-wook’s latest film, “No Other Choice,” earned the most nominations. The movie that captured the hearts of both critics and audiences received 12 nominations, including Best Picture, Best Director, Best Actor, and Best Actress.
Other films that also received multiple nominations are “The Ugly,” which earned 10 nominations, “Harbin” claimed 8 nominations, “My Daughter Is a Zombie” and “Hi-Five” each received 6 nominations.
Star-Studded Showdowns
Besides incredible films vying for prestigious awards, renowned Korean film stars are now competing for the top honors, making it akin to the cinematic hall of fame!
Actors Lee Byung Hun (“No Other Choice”) and Hyun Bin (“Harbin”) go head-to-head for Best Actor, while Son Ye Jin (“No Other Choice”) and Song Hye Kyo (“Dark Nuns“) are running for Best Actress.
Furthermore, GOT7’s Park Jinyoung and Ahn Hyo Seop are vying for Best New Actor. Jinyoung impressed everyone with his first villainous role in “Hi-Five,” while this marks Ahn Hyo Seop’s debut on the big screen with “Omniscient Reader: The Prophecy.” Fans are cheering for them!
Mark Your Calendars: Event Details
For the first time, the Blue Dragon Film Awards will combine professional jury opinions with the voices of movie lovers this year.
From October 21 to November 18, fans can vote their favorite actors and films using the Celebrity Champ app. Each vote carries the same weight as a judge’s. This opens the door for movie lovers everywhere to shape the results.
The mix of professional and public votes makes this year’s ceremony even more engaging and unpredictable.
The 46th Blue Dragon Film Awards ceremony will take place at the KBS Hall in Seoul on November 19, 2025. Charming hosts Han Ji-min and Lee Je-hoon will guide the evening.
The Complete List of Nominees for the 46th Blue Dragon Film Awards
Here is the complete list of incredible artists and films in the running for a coveted Blue Dragon award.
Best Picture
- “No Other Choice”
- “The Ugly”
- “My Daughter Is a Zombie”
- “The Old Woman With the Knife”
- “Harbin”
Best Director
- Min Kyu Dong for “The Old Woman With the Knife”
- Park Chan Wook for “No Other Choice”
- Yeon Sang Ho for “The Ugly”
- Woo Min Ho for “Harbin”
- Pil Gam Seong for “My Daughter Is a Zombie”
Best New Director
- Kim Min Ha for “Idiot Girls and School Ghost: School Anniversary”
- Jang Byung Ki for “When This Summer is Over”
- Park Joon Ho for “3670”
- Kim Soo Jin for “Noise”
- Kim Hye Young for “IT’s OKAY!”
Best Screenplay
- “The Match” / “Victory”
- “No Other Choice”
- “The Ugly”
- “Uprising”
- “Hi-Five”
Best Actor
- Park Jung Min for “The Ugly”
- Sul Kyung Gu for “A Normal Family”
- Lee Byung Hun for “No Other Choice”
- Jo Jung Suk for “My Daughter Is a Zombie”
- Hyun Bin for “Harbin”
Best Actress
- Son Ye Jin for “No Other Choice”
- Song Hye Kyo for “Dark Nuns”
- Lee Jae In for “Hi-Five”
- Lee Hye Young for “The Old Woman With the Knife”
- Lim Yoona for “Pretty Crazy”
Best Supporting Actor
- Kwon Hae Hyo for “The Ugly”
- Kim Sung Cheol for “The Old Woman With the Knife”
- Park Jung Min for “Harbin”
- Yoon Kyung Ho for “My Daughter Is a Zombie”
- Lee Sung Min for “No Other Choice”
Best Supporting Actress
- Park Ji Hyun for “Hidden Face”
- Shin Hyun Been for “The Ugly”
- Yeom Hye Ran for “No Other Choice”
- Lee Jung Eun for “My Daughter Is a Zombie”
- Jeon Yeo Been for “Dark Nuns”
Best New Actor
- Park Jinyoung for “Hi-Five”
- Ahn Bo Hyun for “Pretty Crazy”
- Ahn Hyo Seop for “Omniscient Reader: The Prophecy”
- Jung Sung Il for “Uprising”
- Cho You Hyun for “3670”
Best New Actress
- Kim Doyeon for “Idiot Girls and School Ghost: School Anniversary”
- Kim Min Ju for “Hear Me: Our Summer”
- Roh Yoon Seo for “Hear Me: Our Summer”
- Lee Sun Bin for “Noise”
- Hong Ye Ji for “A Normal Family”
Best Cinematography and Lighting
- “No Other Choice”
- “The Ugly”
- “Uprising”
- “Harbin”
- “Hi-Five”
Best Editing
- “The Match” / “Victory”
- “No Other Choice”
- “The Ugly”
- “Harbin”
- “Hi-Five”
Best Music
- “No Other Choice”
- “Uprising”
- “My Daughter Is a Zombie”
- “Harbin”
- “Hi-Five”
Best Art Direction
- “The Match” / “Victory”
- “No Other Choice”
- “The Ugly”
- “Uprising”
- “Harbin”
Best Technical Achievement
- “Noise” for Sound
- “No Other Choice” for Costume
- “The Ugly” for Makeup
- “Omniscient Reader: The Prophecy” for VFX
- “The Old Woman With the Knife” for Stunts
Who Will Take Home the Award?
The red carpet and grand stage set the stage for an unforgettable night, celebrating Korean cinema. Featuring a mix of powerful dramas, clever comedies, and historical epics, this year’s Blue Dragon Film Awards honor the brilliant storytellers who have moved us. It highlights the creativity and passion that really make these films special.
So, who are you rooting for to take home the award? Please share your thoughts in the comments below.
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