The Seoul International Drama Awards 2025 has announced its nominees, with stars like Park Bo-gum and BLACKPINK’s Jisoo competing for top honors. The awards celebrate excellence in global television, and this year’s event promises to be a star-studded affair.
Fan voting is now open for two key categories: Asia Star Award and Best K-Drama Original Soundtrack (OST). The winners will be decided entirely by public votes, adding excitement for fans worldwide. The ceremony will take place on October 2 at KBS Hall in Seoul, followed by special events like drama-talk shows and OST concerts.
Nominees for Asia Star Award (Korean Representatives)
The Asia Star Award recognizes actors who have gained massive popularity across Asia. This year’s Korean nominees include:
- IU, Park Bo-gum, and Lee Jun-young (When Life Gives You Tangerines)
- Lim Ji-yeon and Choo Young-woo (The Tale of Lady Ok)
- Park Eun-bin (Hyper Knife)
- Lee Hyeri (Friendly Rivalry)
- BLACKPINK’s Jisoo (Newtopia)
- Kim Seon-ho (The Tyrant)
International nominees feature stars from Japan, the Philippines, China, Thailand, and Malaysia, including Kentaro Sakaguchi and Daniel Padilla.
Best K-Drama OST Nominees
The Best OST category highlights iconic soundtracks from Korean dramas. Nominees include:
- IU (When Life Gives You Tangerines)
- aespa’s Winter (The Tale of Lady Ok)
- NCT’s Doyoung (Namiw)
- TXT (Brewing Love / Romancing)
How to Vote
Fans can vote through the Idol Champ app from June 21 to July 20. Voters will also be entered into a giveaway for a chance to win tickets to the awards ceremony. The full list of nominees for other categories will be revealed on June 21.
The event will be broadcast live on SBS TV and its YouTube channel, allowing global fans to watch their favorite stars. Past winners and performances have made the Seoul International Drama Awards a must-watch event for drama lovers.
*”I’m so excited to see Jisoo nominated! She was amazing in *Newtopia.” – Fan comment on social media.
*”Park Bo-gum deserves this award. His acting in *When Life Gives You Tangerines* was brilliant.”* – Another fan reaction.
Event Schedule and Highlights
After the main awards on October 2, additional events will be held on October 3-4 at Banpo Hangang Park and Songpa Naru Park. These include drama-talk shows, OST concerts, and a drama street festival, making it a celebration for fans and industry professionals alike.
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The Seoul International Drama Awards has grown into a major global event, with 276 entries from 50 countries this year. It highlights the best in television while bringing together stars and fans from around the world.
