# Squid Game 3, Son Ye Jin, Hyun Bin, and More — The 24th Director’s Cut Awards Nominees Are Here and It’s a Stacked List

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Published: 2026-05-11  
Updated: 2026-05-11  
Author: Reetam Bodhak

The [Directors Guild of Korea](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Directors_Guild_of_Korea) has dropped the full nominee list for the **24th Director’s Cut Awards** — and if this lineup is any indication, Korean film and drama had an exceptional year. The ceremony takes place on **May 19, 2026 at 6 p.m. KST**, covering eligible productions released between April 1, 2025 and March 31, 2026.

Here’s a breakdown of every major category, with a quick look at each nominated title.

### 24th Director’s Cut Awards Nominees- Film Categories

#### Best Director (Film)

| Nominee | Film | About |
| --- | --- | --- |
| **Park Chan Wook** | No Other Choice | The acclaimed Oldboy director’s latest, generating major awards buzz |
| **Yeon Sang Ho** | The Ugly | The Train to Busan director ventures into new territory |
| **Yoon Ga Eun** | The World of Love | An intimate, emotionally layered story about human connection |
| **Lee Ran Hee** | The Final Semester | A school-set drama exploring youth and consequence |
| **Jang Hang Jun** | The King’s Warden | A period-inflected power drama with a strong ensemble |

#### Best Actress (Film)

**Son Ye Jin** (*No Other Choice*) — The Crash Landing on You star in a gritty dramatic role that has earned widespread critical praise. **Lee Hye Young** (*The Old Woman with the Knife*) — A veteran actress in a fierce, unconventional lead role. **Jeon Mi Do** (*The King’s Warden*) — Known for Hospital Playlist, she steps into a sharp historical drama. **Lee Jae In** (*Hi-Five*) — A rising name delivering a breakout film performance. **Seo Su Bin** (*The World of Love*) — A quietly powerful turn in an emotionally rich film.

![Nominees](https://images.technosports.co.in/2026/05/sonsnt.jpg)

#### Best Actor (Film)

**Lee Byung Hun** (*No Other Choice*) — One of Korea’s most internationally recognised actors in what looks like a career-highlight performance. **Park Jeong Min** and **Kwon Hae Hyo** (both from *The Ugly*) — An unusual double nomination from the same film, signalling its strength as an ensemble piece. **Yoo Hae Jin** (*The King’s Warden*) — A reliable veteran landing his signature blend of comedy and gravitas. **Yoo Yi Ha** (*The Last Semester*) — A compelling newcomer holding his own against experienced competition.

#### Best New Actor (Film)

**Park Ji Hoon** (*The King’s Warden*) earns a film acting nomination alongside his drama recognition — a double moment for the fast-rising star. **Kim Sung Cheol** (*The Old Woman with the Knife*), **Park Hee Soon** (*No Other Choice*), **Yoo Lee Ha** (*The Last Semester*), and **Cho You Hyun** (*3670*) round out a category full of fresh faces making strong first impressions.

### Drama Series Categories

#### Best Director (Drama)

| Nominee | Drama | About |
| --- | --- | --- |
| **Hwang Dong Hyuk** | Squid Game 3 | The finale of the global Netflix phenomenon — enough said |
| **Kang Yoon Sung** | Low Life | A gritty crime drama earning serious directorial acclaim |
| **Woo Min Ho** | Made in Korea | An industry-set drama with a sharp ensemble cast |
| **Lee Hae Young** | Aema | A prestige drama pushing boundaries in narrative and performance |
| **Yim Soon Rye** | Oh My Ghost Clients | A supernatural dramedy with a distinct directorial voice |

#### Best Actress (Drama)

**Kim You Jung** (*Dear X*) — The beloved actress in an emotionally resonant mystery drama. **Go Hyun Jung** (*Queen Mantis*) — A commanding, veteran performance in a politically charged series. **Shim Eun Kyung** (*Mad Concrete Dreams*) — Earning double nominations (also in Best New Actress) — a testament to how transformative her performance is. **Lee Ha Nee** (*Aema*) — A daring dramatic turn from the usually comedic actress. **Lim Soo Jung** (*Low Life*) — A quietly devastating performance in one of the year’s most talked-about dramas.

#### Best Actor (Drama)

**Hyun Bin** (*Made in Korea*) — His return to the small screen is clearly making waves. **Park Ji Hoon** (*Weak Hero Class 2*) — Picking up where season one’s critical success left off. **Park Hae Soo** (*Karma*) — The Squid Game breakout star in a new morally complex role. **Yang Se Jong** (*Low Life*) — A raw, grounded performance in the crime drama. **Lee Hee Joon** (*Karma*) — A veteran character actor finally getting his deserved leading spotlight.

#### Best New Actor (Drama)

**Yim Si Wan** (*Squid Game 3*) joins a competitive category alongside **Lee Kwang Soo** (*Karma*) — the comedian-turned-dramatic-actor making everyone take notice — **Park Yong Woo**, **Jung Sung Il** (both from *Made in Korea*), and ATEEZ’s **Yunho** (*Low Life*) in what is shaping up as one of the most competitive new actor races in years.

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### FAQs

### **Q: When and where will the 24th Director’s Cut Awards ceremony take place?**

 The awards ceremony is scheduled for May 19, 2026 at 6 p.m. KST, honouring the best in Korean film and drama from the past year.

### **Q: Which drama leads the nominations at the 24th Director’s Cut Awards?**

  
Multiple dramas including *Squid Game 3*, *Low Life*, *Made in Korea*, and *Karma* dominate the drama categories with several nominations each across acting and directing.