Kim Go Eun Wins Grand Prize at 5th Blue Dragon Series Awards for 'Eunjoong and Sangyeon'

Actress Kim Go Eun is currently a major topic in the Korean entertainment industry, having won the Grand Prize at the 5th Blue Dragon Series Awards. She was recognized for her significant presence and acting prowess in the Netflix drama 'Eunjoong and Sangyeon'. In her acceptance speech, Kim Go Eun expressed that she has never taken the opportunity to participate in a project for granted, always approaching each role with sincerity and a sense of responsibility, which deeply resonated with many.

The official award listing specifies 'Eunjoong and Sangyeon' as the work for which Kim Go Eun received the Grand Prize, where she portrayed a character navigating friendship, rivalry, and complex emotions over a long period. She also mentioned her recent works like 'Confession of Guilt' and 'Yumi's Cells', showcasing her diverse acting range. The Blue Dragon Series Awards specifically honors original drama and entertainment content from OTT platforms, distinguishing itself from film awards, and Kim Go Eun's win is seen as a recognition of her entire body of work over the past year.

Bloggers noted that Kim Go Eun's Grand Prize win has reignited public interest in her profile and filmography. Incidents such as her Korea National University of Arts classmate, actor Lee Sang Yi, celebrating her win as if it were his own, and Lee Dong Wook posting a congratulatory message on social media, also garnered attention. Having received the Blue Dragon Series Awards Grand Prize 14 years after her debut, Kim Go Eun continues her active career, including her 2024 film 'Exhuma' which attracted over 10 million viewers.