Ahn Bo-hyun Clinches Best New Actor at 46th Blue Dragon Film Awards for 'The Devil's Assistant'
Actor Ahn Bo-hyun has taken home the Best New Actor award at the 46th Blue Dragon Film Awards for his role in the movie 'The Devil's Assistant'. The prestigious ceremony was held on the evening of November 19th at the KBS Hall in Yeouido, Seoul.
In 'The Devil's Assistant,' Ahn Bo-hyun portrayed Gil-gu, an unemployed man who gets entangled in a bizarre part-time job monitoring Seon-ji (played by Im Yoon-ah), who transforms into a devil every dawn. He captivated audiences with his portrayal, seamlessly transitioning from a vulnerable, 'puppy-like' charm to a steadfast loyalty in protecting his loved ones. Shedding his previous intense image, he perfectly embodied the role of an endearingly clumsy yet warm-hearted neighbor, showcasing a remarkable transformation and a broad acting spectrum through his nuanced performance of Gil-gu's growth.
Overwhelmed, Ahn Bo-hyun expressed on stage, "I truly didn't expect this. Just attending felt significant, but thank you again." He added, "I was happy to be able to play Gil-gu in 'The Devil's Assistant.'" He extended his heartfelt gratitude to co-stars Im Yoon-ah, Sung Dong-il, and Joo Hyun-young, as well as the entire cast and crew, and director Lee Sang-geun. He also emotionally thanked his family.
Concluding his acceptance speech, he vowed, "I will take this award as a sign to work even harder without losing my initial resolve and become an actor Ahn Bo-hyun who never forgets his beginnings," a sincere promise that moved the audience.
Having solidified his presence on the silver screen with 'The Devil's Assistant,' Ahn Bo-hyun is set to continue his successful career. He is scheduled to appear in the upcoming tvN drama 'Spring Fever,' slated for its first broadcast in the first half of 2026, hinting at another transformation in a vibrant romantic comedy. Anticipation is high for Ahn Bo-hyun's next moves as he builds his filmography across both film and television.
Netizens are flooding social media with congratulatory messages, commenting things like, "Congratulations, Ahn Bo-hyun! Your acting was amazing in the movie," and "From cute puppy vibes to winning a Blue Dragon, he's unstoppable! Looking forward to his future projects."