“Crash Landing on You” Couple’s Historic Win! Here’s Why This Changes the K-Entertainment Industry!
- Manar Aly
- 2 days ago
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A couple who came, swept the night, and took all the major awards home, who are they?
On November 19, 2025, Hyun Bin and Son Ye-jin didn’t just win awards... they created a historic moment at the 46th Blue Dragon Film Awards. Here’s why fans everywhere are still talking about it!
What are the Blue Dragon Film Awards?
Established over 46 years ago, this prestigious ceremony honors excellence in Korean cinema, recognizing outstanding achievements in acting, directing, and filmmaking each year. This year, the event was held at KBS Hall in Seoul’s financial district and hosted by actors Han Ji-min and Lee Je-hoon.
Were Hyun Bin and Son Ye-jin ever on-screen together before?
The two previously worked together in the 2018 film The Negotiation, and later they reunited in the international hit K-drama Crash Landing on You, which aired from 2019 to 2020. Their powerful on-screen chemistry led to the show's global success, and their real-life relationship became public.
The couple married in March 2022, after a long love story. Their marriage represented something rare in the Korean entertainment industry.
In the 1st year of their marriage, Son Ye-jin’s agency confirmed that she was pregnant with their first child.
The couple welcomed a baby boy in November 2022.
How did they perform at the awards?
Hyun Bin won the Best Actor award for his role in Harbin, while Son Ye-jin claimed Best Actress for her performance in No Other Choice. They also shared the Popular Star Award at the same ceremony, becoming the first married couple in Blue Dragon Film Awards history to win both top acting prizes in a single year.
What were their reactions?
Hyun Bin dedicated his Best Actor award to those who protected the nation, saying:
“제가 우리나라에서 살아가고 이런 자리에 있을 수 있는 게 우리나라를 지키기 위해 헌신하고 희생하신 분들 덕분이다. 그분들께 이 상에 대한 감사를 전한다전한다”
Translation → “The reason I can live in this country and stand here today is thanks to those who dedicated and sacrificed themselves to protect our nation. I express my gratitude to them for this award.”
He also took a moment to thank his family, colleagues, and fans, adding,
또 "제 뒤에서 저를 묵묵히 응원해주고 지지해주는 가족들, 회사 식구들, 관객 분들께 감사드린다. 존재만으로 저에게 너무나 힘이 되는 와이프 예진씨, 아들 너무너무 사랑하고 고맙다고 말하고 싶다. 이렇게 의미있는 영화를 세상 밖으로 나오게 해주셔서 감사드린다. 이 영화를 통해 우리가 지켜야할 가치와 역사를 관객 여러분과 나눌 수 있어 행복했다."
→ “I want to thank my family, my agency staff, and the audience who quietly support and stand behind me. To my wife Ye-jin, whose very presence gives me so much strength, and to my son. I want to say that I love you and I’m very grateful. Thank you for allowing this meaningful film to come into the world. I was happy to share with the audience the values and history we must protect through this movie.”
The couple also shared a warm embrace on stage, celebrating both their professional and personal achievements.
How Did Fans React?
Fans were extremely excited about the couple’s historic double win. Many people called Hyun Bin and Son Ye-jin the ultimate power couple in Korean entertainment and said they have been successful together even before Crash Landing on You.
Some fans also pointed out how rare it is to see a married couple win Best Actor and Best Actress at the same event. They said the moment felt almost like a scene from a movie.
Others described them as one of the most iconic couples of their generation. Fans praised their love story, their careers, and how they continue to support each other. For many people, this win was not just about awards; it was a special moment that will be remembered in Korean pop culture.
Why is this moment historic?
At the 46th Blue Dragon Film Awards, Hyun Bin and Son Ye-jin did more than just win awards; they made history. For the first time in 46 years, a married couple won the two biggest acting prizes, Best Actor and Best Actress, in the same year. Their wins are a special and inspiring moment where love, career, and national recognition come together on one stage.
This moment also shows how Korean cinema is changing, with fans, star power, and personal stories all playing an important role. Fans are very excited about future projects and want to see what this famous couple will do next. Today, Hyun Bin and Son Ye-jin are not only two of Korea’s top actors, but they are also a married couple with a son, balancing family life and their international careers.
Their story reminds fans that success can go hand in hand with love and family, inspiring both aspiring actors and audiences around the world.
As we look ahead, one question remains. What will this iconic duo create next, and how will they continue to shape the future of Korean cinema?