Lee Jun-young, a rising star in the entertainment industry, experienced a moment of unexpected spotlight at the Blue Dragon Series Awards 2025 when he mistakenly accepted an award intended for another recipient. The incident, captured in a viral social media post, has as become a talking point among fans and netizens.
The confusion arose when the MCs announced the winner of the popularity award. Lee Jun-young, seemingly mishearing the name, approached the stage and accepted the trophy. The original winner, whose name was not explicitly stated in the provided text but is implied to be a different individual, was present at the ceremony. The situation was further compounded when Lee Jun-young reportedly had to check the award himself before handing it over to the rightful recipient.
The mix-up has sparked a range of reactions. Some fans expressed frustration with the MCs, criticizing their pronunciation and the subsequent handling of the situation. One fan tweeted, “MC should’ve be careful when announcing names of the winner.This kind of mistake is dumb and its pretty disrespectful for both of the actors. How did you not even tell him it was NOT his award that he had to check it and give the trophy himself to the other actor?”
Conversely, many Korean netizens found the incident humorous, with comments reflecting amusement at the awkwardness of the moment. Online discussions included remarks like, “I couldn’t handle watching something like that. If I were there, I’d have gone straight home.Argh,” and “I got so embarrassed for them I turned the TV off LOL.” The shared sentiment suggests a lighthearted take on the human error that occurred.
Despite the momentary embarrassment, the event has also highlighted Lee Jun-young’s endearing personality, with fans noting that he “truly stole the hearts of fans.” The Blue Dragon Series Awards, a prominent event celebrating achievements in television series, continues to be a platform for both recognition and memorable moments in the Korean entertainment landscape.
