62nd Baeksang Arts Awards 2026: Korea’s Biggest Night Had Every Star You Love — All in One Place

If there's one night a year when Korean entertainment pulls out all the stops, it's the Baeksang Arts Awards — and the 62nd edition just delivered a red carpet moment…

By Reetam Bodhak

May 9, 2026

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If there’s one night a year when Korean entertainment pulls out all the stops, it’s the Baeksang Arts Awards — and the 62nd edition just delivered a red carpet moment that had fans worldwide glued to their screens.

The Night Korea’s Best Came Together

On May 8, the 62nd Baeksang Arts Awards held its grand ceremony at COEX in Seoul, with MCs Shin Dong Yup, Suzy, and Park Bo Gum leading the evening.

The Baeksang Arts Awards is South Korea’s most prestigious entertainment honour — often described as the Korean equivalent of the Emmys and Academy Awards rolled into one, covering both film and television excellence. Being invited to this red carpet is a statement in itself.

Star-Studded Red Carpet — Who Showed Up

The attendance list read like a who’s who of Korean entertainment. Here’s a quick look at the galaxy of stars who graced the COEX red carpet:

Category	Stars Spotted
Leading Actors	Hyun Bin, Ji Sung, Yoo Ji Tae, Ryu Seung Ryong, Lee Junho
Leading Actresses	Son Ye Jin, Kim Go Eun, Park Bo Young, Lim Soo Jung, Shin Se Kyung
Rising Stars	Lee Chae Min, Moon Sang Min, Hong Min Ki, Chae Won Bin, Park Ji Hoon
MCs of the Night	Suzy, Park Bo Gum, Shin Dong Yup
Fan Favourites	Lim Yoona, Seol In Ah, Ahn Hyo Seop, Park Jinyoung (B1A4)

The red carpet saw an extensive turnout of actors, entertainers, and industry names including Yeom Hye Ran, Jeon Mi Do, Koo Kyo Hwan, Shin Hyun Been, Han Ye Ri, Hong Kyung, Jin Sun Kyu, and many more — making it one of the most star-packed gatherings in the Korean entertainment calendar.

Why the Baeksang Always Matters

Unlike popularity-driven music awards, the Baeksang carries genuine critical weight. Winning or even being nominated here tells the industry — and the world — that an artist’s work has risen above the noise. For fans, it’s a night that validates everything they love about Korean film and drama.

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FAQs

Q: Where was the 62nd Baeksang Arts Awards held?

The 62nd Baeksang Arts Awards ceremony took place on May 8, 2026, at COEX in Seoul, South Korea, hosted by Suzy, Park Bo Gum, and Shin Dong Yup.

Q: What is the Baeksang Arts Awards known for?

The Baeksang Arts Awards is South Korea’s most prestigious awards ceremony, recognising excellence across both film and television, and is widely regarded as the highest honour in Korean entertainment.