In a landmark moment for Korean cinema, real-life couple Hyun Bin and Son Ye‑jin made history at the 46th Blue Dragon Film Awards by winning the top acting honors, becoming the first married couple to claim both Best Actor and Best Actress in the same year.
Hyun Bin received the Best Actor award for his compelling portrayal of independence activist Ahn Jung-geun in the historical drama Harbin (2024), while Son Ye‑jin took home Best Actress for her leading role in Park Chan-wook’s satirical thriller No Other Choice (2025), which also dominated the evening with multiple major wins, including Best Film and Best Director.
The ceremony, hosted by Han Ji-min and Lee Je-hoon at KBS Hall in Yeouido, Seoul, was a star-studded affair that celebrated the best of Korean cinema. Fans and industry insiders alike were thrilled by the historic sweep, which highlighted both the enduring talent of the couple and their significant influence in the entertainment industry.
In their acceptance speeches, the couple shared heartfelt moments. Hyun Bin dedicated his award “to my wife Ye‑jin … and our son,” while Son Ye‑jin fondly recalled her first major award at age 27, thanking “the two men I love the most – Tae‑pyung (Hyun Bin’s given name) and our baby.”
No Other Choice led the nominations with twelve nods and took home several prestigious awards, cementing its status as one of the year’s most acclaimed films. The event reflected not only the artistic achievements of individual performers but also the growing global recognition of Korean cinema.
Hyun Bin and Son Ye‑jin’s dual triumph is more than a personal milestone; it signals a new chapter for the industry, inspiring fans and fellow artists alike while reinforcing the couple’s legacy as one of Korea’s most beloved and accomplished duos in film.
