The Blue Dragon Series Awards are back, and this year’s nominations are more exciting than ever! On June 26, 2024, the official Instagram account for the Blue Dragon Awards announced the nominees for the 2024 Blue Dragon Series Awards. This prestigious event will air live on July 19, 2024, at 20:30 KST (18:30 WIB). Fans of Korean dramas are eagerly waiting to see if their favorite shows and actors have made the cut. Let’s dive into the details and see who’s in the running this year.
<small>2024 Blue Dragon Series Awards Nominations (Instagram.com/bluedragonawards)</small>
Blue Dragon Series Awards 2024: A Diverse Range of Nominations
This year, the Blue Dragon Series Awards feature 12 categories that recognize the best in Korean dramas and variety shows. The nomination process was thorough, with Sports Chosun conducting online voting from June 10 to June 25, 2024. The final list includes five nominees for each category, showcasing the best content from South Korean OTT platforms. Eligible shows had to be broadcast between June 1, 2023, and May 31, 2024.
The diversity of the nominations highlights the rich landscape of Korean entertainment. The nominees span a variety of genres, from intense dramas to light-hearted variety shows. This year, the awards aim to celebrate the creativity and hard work of the industry’s best talents.
Leading the Pack: Moving and SNL Korea Season 5
<small>2024 Blue Dragon Series Awards Nominations (Instagram.com/bluedragonawards)</small>
The Korean drama Moving has taken the lead with seven nominations, including Best Drama, Best Actor, Best Actress, Best Supporting Actor, Best Supporting Actress, Best New Actor, and Best New Actress. This series has clearly resonated with both audiences and critics alike, earning accolades across the board.
Another standout is SNL Korea Season 5, which garnered six nominations. This variety show has been recognized in categories like Best Variety Show, Best Male Entertainer, Best Female Entertainer, Best New Male Entertainer, and Best New Female Entertainer. The 8 Show also made a strong impression with nominations for Best Actor, Best Actress, Best Supporting Actress, and Best New Actress.
Complete List of Nominees for the 2024 Blue Dragon Series Awards
<small>2024 Blue Dragon Series Awards Nominations (Instagram.com/bluedragonawards)</small>
Here’s the complete list of nominees for the 2024 Blue Dragon Series Awards:
Best Drama
- Mask Girl
- Moving
- A Killer Paradox
- LTNS
- Daily Dose of Sunshine
Best Actor
- Ryu Seung Ryong (Moving)
- Ryu Jun Yeol (The 8 Show)
- Byun Yo Han (Uncle Samsik)
- Im Siwan (Boyhood)
- Choi Woo Shik (A Killer Paradox)
Best Actress
- Park Bo Young (Daily Dose of Sunshine)
- Ahn Eun Jin (Goodbye Earth)
- Esom (LTNS)
- Chun Woo Hee (The 8 Show)
- Han Hyo Joo (Moving)
Best Supporting Actor
- Kim Sung Kyun (Moving)
- Seo Hyun Woo (A Shop for Killers)
- Ahn Jae Hong (Mask Girl)
- Lee Kyu Hyung (Uncle Samsik)
- Lee Hee Joon (A Killer Paradox)
Best Supporting Actress
- Kwak Sun Young (Moving)
- Geum Hae Na (A Shop for Killers)
- Yeom Hye Ran (Mask Girl)
- Lee Joo Young (The 8 Show)
- Tiffany Young (Uncle Samsik)
Best New Actor
- Kim Woo Seok (Night Has Come)
- Noh Jae Won (Daily Dose of Sunshine)
- Lee Si Woo (Boyhood)
- Lee Jung Ha (Moving)
- Choi Hyun Wook (High Cookie)
Best New Actress
- Go Youn Jung (Moving)
- Kim Hye Joon (A Shop for Killers)
- Lee Yul Eum (The 8 Show)
- Jang Da Ah (Pyramid Game)
- Jeon So Nee (Parasyte: The Grey)
Best Variety Show
- The Devil’s Plan
- The Community
- SNL Korea Season 5
- My Sibling’s Romance
- Crime Scene Returns
Best Male Entertainer
- Dex (Zombieverse)
- Shin Dong Yup (SNL Korea Season 5)
- Cho Sae Ho (Super Rich in Korea)
- Ji Suk Jin (Bro & Marble in Dubai)
- Code Kunst (My Sibling’s Romance)
Best Female Entertainer
- Park Ji Yoon (Crime Scene Returns)
- Lee Soo Ji (SNL Korea Season 5)
- Jang Do Yeon (High School Mystery Club 3)
- Joo Hyun Young (Crime Scene Returns)
- Pungja (Be My Side 3)
Best New Male Entertainer
- Kwak Joon Bin (The Devil’s Plan)
- Ahn Do Gyu (SNL Korea Season 5)
- Jeong Sewoon (19/20)
- Jonathan (Zombieverse)
- Joo Woo Jae (Witch Hunt 2023)
Best New Female Entertainer
- Miyeon (My Sibling’s Romance)
- Uhm Ji Yoon (Comedy Royale)
- Yoon Gai (SNL Korea Season 5)
- Ji Ye Eun (SNL Korea Season 5)
- Patricia (My Sibling’s Romance)
For fans of Korean dramas, the Blue Dragon Series Awards are a chance to celebrate the year’s best in entertainment. The competition is fierce, and it will be thrilling to see who takes home the awards. Make sure to tune in on July 19, 2024, to catch the live broadcast and cheer for your favorites!
