The 2025 Korea Drama Awards winners have finally been revealed, celebrating the brightest talents and most captivating dramas of the year. The star-studded event took place on October 11 at the Gyeongnam Culture & Art Center in Jinju, honoring outstanding performances that captivated audiences across Korea and beyond.
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✨ Major Highlights from the 2025 Korea Drama Awards
This year’s Daesang (Grand Prize) was awarded to Ahn Jae Wook for his powerful performance in For Eagle Brothers, a drama that touched hearts with its emotional storytelling. The Best Picture Award went to Our Movie, which received praise for its direction and moving narrative.
Fans cheered as BTOB’s Yook Sungjae took home the Best Actor Award for his outstanding role in The Haunted Palace. His co-star Kim Ji Yeon (Bona) also shone brightly, winning the Excellence in Acting Award (Female) for the same drama. Meanwhile, the ever-talented Park Bo Young earned the Best Actress Award for her captivating dual role in Our Unwritten Seoul.
🏅 Complete List of 2025 Korea Drama Awards Winners
- Daesang (Grand Prize): Ahn Jae Wook (For Eagle Brothers)
- Best Picture: Our Movie
- Lifetime Achievement Award: Kim Yong Rim
- Best Actor: Yook Sungjae (The Haunted Palace)
- Best Actress: Park Bo Young (Our Unwritten Seoul)
- Excellence in Acting (Male): Lee Hyun Wook (The Queen Who Crowns, Shark: The Storm)
- Excellence in Acting (Female): Kim Ji Yeon [Bona] (The Haunted Palace)
- Best New Actor: Choo Young Woo (The Tale of Lady Ok, Head Over Heels), Heo Nam Jun (When the Phone Rings, When the Stars Gossip)
- Best New Actress: Chung Su Bin (Friendly Rivalry), Hong Hwa Yeon (Buried Hearts, Tastefully Yours, I Am a Running Mate)
- Global Star Award: Byeon Woo Seok
- Hot Star Award (Male): Byeon Woo Seok
- Hot Star Award (Female): Chung Su Bin
- Multi-tainer Award: DKZ’s Jaechan
- Best Couple Award: Hyeri & Chung Su Bin (Friendly Rivalry)
- Best OST: Young Tak – Unknown Life (For Eagle Brothers)
- Scene-Stealer (Male): Lee Hae Young (Trigger, Buried Hearts)
- Scene-Stealer (Female): Lee Ho Jung (Good Boy)
- Villain Award: Oh Jung Se (Good Boy)
🌟 Rising Stars and Emotional Moments
The night was filled with touching speeches, heartfelt tributes, and laughter. Veteran actress Kim Yong Rim received a standing ovation for her Lifetime Achievement Award, honoring her decades of contribution to the Korean entertainment industry.
Meanwhile, Byeon Woo Seok, who has been enjoying explosive popularity, swept both the Global Star and Hot Star (Male) awards—solidifying his growing international fanbase.
🔮 What’s Next for the Korean Drama Industry?
With the 2025 Korea Drama Awards winners officially crowned, excitement now turns to upcoming drama projects expected to dominate the screens in 2026. The recognition of diverse genres—from fantasy thrillers to heartfelt melodramas—shows that Korean storytelling continues to evolve, inspiring creators and fans worldwide.
❤️ A Night to Remember
The 2025 Korea Drama Awards not only celebrated achievements but also reminded everyone why Korean dramas continue to touch millions of hearts around the globe. Congratulations to all the winners and nominees who made this year’s event unforgettable! 🎉
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