Actor Lee Kwang Soo stole the show at the 4th Blue Dragon Series Awards with his unforgettable acceptance speech after winning Best Supporting Actor for his role in the Netflix drama Karma. The ceremony took place on July 18, 2025, at Paradise City in Incheon, South Korea. His speech, which included a funny story about his best friend EXO’s D.O., quickly went viral on social media.
Lee Kwang Soo’s Viral Acceptance Speech
During his acceptance speech, Lee Kwang Soo shared a bizarre yet hilarious phone call he received from D.O. earlier that day. The EXO member had a nightmare about Kwang Soo’s unfortunate fate after a hair transplant.
“This morning, D.O. said he had a dream where I died after getting an infection while receiving a hair transplant…”
The audience burst into laughter as Kwang Soo continued, admitting he initially cursed at D.O. for the strange dream but later found out it was actually a sign of good luck.
“…but on my way here, I looked it up and apparently it’s a ‘lucky’ dream. So, thank you, D.O. I guess.”
The clip of his speech gained over 1.6 million views on X (formerly Twitter), with fans praising the natural humor between the two friends. Many also noticed the camera panning to Park Hae Soo, Kwang Soo’s Karma co-star, who is known for his own hair transplant transformation.
Fan Reactions to the Speech
Fans online couldn’t stop laughing at the unexpected story. Comments flooded social media with reactions like:
“LOL! Why does their everyday life feel like a sitcom?!”
“I’m losing it, HAHA.”
“LOOOOOOOOL.”
“Lmao. Bet D.O. said it all calmly in his little voice, too.”
“Hair transplant LMAO.”
The moment became one of the most talked-about highlights of the awards show, proving once again that Lee Kwang Soo’s comedic timing is unmatched.
Lee Kwang Soo’s Role in “Karma”
Lee Kwang Soo won Best Supporting Actor for his performance in Karma, a Netflix drama that explores themes of fate and revenge. His character added depth and humor to the series, earning praise from critics and viewers alike. The show was also nominated in multiple categories, including Best Drama and Best Actor for Park Hae Soo.
Other Big Winners at the 4th Blue Dragon Series Awards
The Blue Dragon Series Awards honors the best in Korean streaming content, from dramas to variety shows. This year’s biggest winners included:
- Daesang (Grand Prize): When Life Gives You Tangerines (Netflix)
- Best Drama: The Trauma Code: Heroes on Call (Netflix)
- Best Actor: Ju Ji Hoon (The Trauma Code: Heroes on Call)
- Best Actress: IU (When Life Gives You Tangerines)
- Best Supporting Actress: Yeom Hye Ran (When Life Gives You Tangerines)
- Best New Actor: Choo Young Woo (The Trauma Code: Heroes on Call)
- Best New Actress: Kim Min Ha (Way Back Love)
The Popularity Award went to Park Bo Gum, IU, Hyeri, and Lee Jun Hyuk, showing their strong fan support.
The Friendship Between Lee Kwang Soo and EXO’s D.O.
Lee Kwang Soo and D.O. have been close friends for years, often appearing together in variety shows and sharing funny behind-the-scenes moments. Their bond is well-known in the industry, and fans love their natural chemistry. This latest interaction only added to their reputation as one of K-entertainment’s most entertaining duos.
Where to Watch “Karma” and Other Winning Shows
For those who want to see Lee Kwang Soo’s award-winning performance, Karma is available on Netflix. Other winning dramas like When Life Gives You Tangerines and The Trauma Code: Heroes on Call are also streaming on the platform.
Source: theqoo
