This year the industry K-dramas delivered a series of acclaimed productions that not only thrilled audiences but were also recognized by specialist critics.
What started as an East Asian entertainment niche has evolved into one Freak huge cultural, promotional platforms of Streaming and attracts millions of new fans around the world.
Compelling stories combined with high-quality cinematography and emotional performances have set a new standard for global television. challenging traditional western stories.
As the year 2025 In the end, the focus is on the actors and actresses who played these memorable characters. Her Interpretations are the heart of these dramas and the season of them Awards It’s time to recognize their art and dedication.
Among the awards most prestigious of the circuit are the Baeksang Arts Awardsthat celebrate outstanding achievements in film and television; The Korea Drama AwardsPart of the Korean Drama Festival; The Seoul International Drama Awardswith an international focus; and the Asian Artist Awards (AAA), which recognizes talent across Asia.
Below we reveal the list of seven interpreters of the K-dramas that appeared most often this year.
7. Kim Tae-ri
With 1 price too Best Actress on television in the prestigious Baeksang Arts Awards, Kim Tae-ri shone in historical drama Jeongnyeon: The star is born.
This acclaimed adaptation of Webtoon immerses viewers in the 1950s and follows a talented young woman who joins a traditional all-female theater group.
The drama created a significant cultural impact due to its unique subject matter and high production quality.
6. Park Bo-young
Park Bo-young Won 1 prize Best Actress in the Korea Drama Awards for his role in Our unwritten Seoul.
In this heartwarming drama, she plays a challenging dual role as twin sisters who swap lives.
The story captivated fans with its mix of drama and personal dilemmas and was well received on streaming platforms. Streaming for its emotional and close narrative.
5. Kim Hye-yoon
The actress took the Popularity Award in the Baeksang Arts Awardswhich, thanks to this, has established itself as one of the audience’s favorites Nice runner.
Their undeniable chemistry and charismatic performance in this time travel romance sparked massive fanaticism and a viral phenomenon on social media, demonstrating the power of Fandom global K-drama.
4. Byeon Woo-seok
Male co-star of Nice runner, Byeon Woo-seok Collected 2 awards (Popularity Award on TV in the Baeksang and the Global Star Award in the KDA).
His interpretation of the pop star Ryu Sun-jae Not only did it catapult him to global fame, but it also cemented the drama as an international hit.
3. Ju Ji-hoon
Ju Ji-hoon confirmed his status as a top actor with two awards: Best Actor on Television in the Baeksang And Best K-Drama Actor in the Seoul International Drama Awards.
He was celebrated for his challenging role in the medical drama The Trauma Code: Heroes on Callan intense, suspenseful series that kept audiences on the edge of their seats and delivered strong performances on platforms worldwide.
2. Park Bo-gum
His long-awaited return to the screen was a real event. Park Bo-gum won 2 awards (Best Actor of the Year And Best couple in AAA) from When life gives you tangerines.
This Netflix drama, set on the picturesque Jeju Island in the 1950s, was one of the most anticipated releases of the year, generating huge expectations and a viewing boom since its world premiere.
1. IU (Lee Ji-eun)
The undisputed queen of the 2025 awards is user interfacewho won four awards for his role in When life gives you tangerines.
With recognitions that encompass prestige Daesang (Grand Prize) of the AAA and multiple awards Best ActressIU showed her versatility.
His performance of Ae-soonCombined with Netflix’s massive reach and the chemistry of the year’s “best couple,” this K-drama became a global phenomenon.
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