Ryu Seung Ryong Sends Kim Hye Soo Heartwarming Message Following Blue Dragon Film Awards’ Announcement

Ryu Seung Ryong showed his deep appreciation to fellow top star Kim Hye Soo following the surprising announcement regarding her longtime contribution to the Blue Dragon Film Awards.

The award-winning stars worked together in the 2007 movie "11th Mom," where they played an on-screen couple.

Throughout their careers, they have shown support to each other. He delivered a heartfelt message to his former co-star as she announced her last hosting stint for the prestigious ceremony.

Kim Hye Soo to Host Her Last Blue Dragon Film Awards This Year

As organizers gear up for the highly anticipated 44th Blue Dragon Film Awards, Sports Chosun reported that Kim Hye Soo will be hosting the ceremony for the last time.

It was after the organizers announced that the award-winning actress "will lay down her crown" after hosting the Blue Dragon Film Awards 2023. The event will also mark Kim Hye Soo's 30th year hosting the ceremony.

The actress' agency, Hodu&U Entertainment, also confirmed the news, saying, "Kim Hye Soo will step down from her position as MC after the 44th Blue Dragon Film Awards."

Ryu Seung Ryong Pens Sweet Message to Kim Hye Soo

Ryu Seung Ryong is one of the first few celebrities to show their support for the actress' decision.

In a post on his Instagram Story, the "Moving" star reposted a news article about the actress along with sweet words that read, "Thank you for your hard work." He added that the actress made history with her longtime contribution to the ceremony.

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Moreover, Ryu Seung Ryong also mentioned how Kim Hye Soo "has always been a comfort and a source of courage to all candidates with careful consideration and empathy."

As mentioned, Kim Hye Soo is the longest person to host the Blue Dragon Film Awards. For 30 years since 1993, she has been entertaining the crowd with her wit, charm, and elegance as she hosted the ceremony.

The "Under the Queen's Umbrella" star gained the moniker "Goddess of Blue Dragon" by not only wowing the crowd with her stage presence but also with her head-turning looks on the red carpet.

Prior to her last hosting stint in 2023, Kim Hye Soo previously graced the stage as the MC with Yoo Yeon Seok at the Blue Dragon Film Awards 2022.

As for his co-host, it was his fifth time being the ceremony's MC.

Blue Dragon Film Awards 2023 Details

Amid Kim Hye Soo's decision to step down as host after the 44th Blue Dragon Film Awards, the upcoming event will take place on November 24, 2023, at KBS Hall in Yeouido, Seoul.

One of the most popular ceremonies in South Korea, the Blue Dragon Film Awards honors movies that made a mark throughout the entire year.

For this year's ceremony, the categories are as follows:

• Best Film
• Best Director
• Best Actor
• Best Actress
• Best Supporting Actor
• Best Supporting Actress
• Best New Director
• Best New Actor
• Best New Actress
• Best Screenplay
• Best Short Film
• Best Art Direction
• Best Cinematography and Lighting
• Best Editing
• Best Music
• Technical Award

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Written by Geca Wills