Lee Junho Nominated for Best Actor at the 62nd Baeksang Arts Awards—Can the “Emperor” Reclaim His Throne?

The stage is set for a historic showdown. On April 13, the Baeksang Arts Awards secretariat officially announced the nominees for the 62nd ceremony, and the name on everyone’s lips is Lee Junho.

Nominated for Best Actor (TV Category) for his powerhouse performance in tvN’s Typhoon Family (태풍상사), Junho finds himself in the middle of what critics are calling the most competitive “5-way split” in the award’s history.

The Battle of the Titans: Best Actor Nominees

Junho isn’t just competing; he’s facing off against a lineup of legendary industry veterans and top-tier peers:

• Lee Junho (tvN Typhoon Family)
• Hyun Bin (Disney+ Made in Korea)
• Ryu Seung-ryong (JTBC Manager Kim)
• Ji Sung (MBC Judge Lee Han-young)
• Park Jin-young (tvN Unknown Seoul)

Why ‘Typhoon Family’ Changed the Game

The nomination comes as no surprise to those who followed the “storm” that was Typhoon Family. In previous interviews, Junho described the project as a period where he “lived like the character,” immersing himself so deeply that the year felt like a blur of high-intensity acting.

His portrayal of a sharp, resilient leader navigating corporate and personal tempests earned him Topical Authority throughout 2025. Critics praised his “razor-edged” emotional delivery, proving that his previous Baeksang win for The Red Sleeve was only the beginning of a dominant acting career.

The “Grand Slam” Momentum

Junho’s 2026 is already shaping up to be legendary. With this Baeksang nomination, he maintains a perfect streak of critical and commercial success.

• MC Mastery: Fresh off hosting the 10th Anniversary AAA, his professional range is at an all-time high.
• Global Reach: As he prepares for the 2PM Tokyo Dome concert in May and his new project Viking, a Baeksang win would solidify him as the undisputed “King of the Industry” across all platforms.

Editor’s Insight: The Symbolism of the Win

If Lee Junho takes home the trophy on May 8, he won’t just be adding another award to his shelf; he will be confirming his Authenticity Branding as an actor who has successfully transcended the “Idol-Actor” label to become a peer to the likes of Lee Byung-hun and Hyun Bin.

The 62nd Baeksang Arts Awards with Gucci will be held on May 8 at 7:50 PM KST at COEX Hall D. With the ceremony being broadcast live on JTBC, fans worldwide are waiting to see if Junho’s name will be called once again.

Do you think Junho’s immersive performance in ‘Typhoon Family’ is enough to edge out veterans like Hyun Bin and Ji Sung for the top prize?