- Joint Security Area Movie
- The first film that broke the social stereotype by portraying inter-Korean relations with a human touch, marking a turning point in Korean cinema.
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CJ ENM 30th Anniversary
VISIONARY Selection
Each year, CJ ENM honours an irreplaceable icon who embodies a bold new vision as 'Visionary'. The 2025 Visionary celebrates CJ ENM's 30th anniversary as a trailblazer in Korea's cultural industry since 1995, highlighting the history of K-content that has made a No. 1 impact and driven paradigm shifts in the industry.
Visionary Selection
30th Anniversary Visionary Selection
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- MAMA Awards Awards / Show
- The unparalleled ONLYONE Awards & Show, expanding K-POP's global cultural influence.
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- Superstar K Music
- A variety show that redefined the Korean audition program genre, sparking a new phenomenon in the music industry.
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- REPLY Series Drama
- A groundbreaking variety-drama that sparked the retro trend and pushed creative boundaries.
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- Show Me the Money Music
- A game-changer that brought underdog rappers’ authenticity to the forefront, popularizing Korean hip-hop.
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- Snowpiercer Movie
- Korea's first global-scale blockbuster, showcasing a unique worldview with philosophical depth.
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- Grandpas Over Flowers Ent. Show
- A legendary show that pioneered the senior travel reality genre, fostering cross-generational empathy.
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- Kinky Boots the Musical Musical
- Korea’s first musical co-produced globally, captivating audiences for over a decade.
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- Veteran Movie
- The first crime-action film to attract over 10 million viewers, celebrated for its intense action and powerful social commentary.
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- New Journey To The West Ent. Show
- An inventive web variety show that captivated Korean audiences and set a new standard for content creation.
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- Guardian : The Lonely And Great God Drama
- A Korean romance fantasy that shattered cable drama norms and redefined ‘GUARDIAN’ as a cultural icon.
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- Signal Drama
- A masterfully crafted fantasy thriller that resonates with contemporary audiences through profound storytelling.
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- Dear My Friends Drama
- A masterpiece offering deep and delicate comfort, connecting generations through 300 years of combined acting experience.
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- My Mister Drama
- A timeless masterpiece offering profound comfort and empathy, beloved by viewers and critics alike.
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- You Quiz on the Block Ent. Show
- A flagship Korean talk show renowned for its in-depth character insights, becoming the world's top stars’ go-to Korean show.
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- Parasite Movie
- A cultural phenomenon and era-defining icon that made waves worldwide, earning accolades at both the Oscars and Cannes.
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- Extreme Job Movie
- A box-office hit that redefined domestic comedy, proving the genre’s enduring value.
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- Yumi's Cells Drama
- A first-of-its-kind TVING original that blended live-action and 3D animation, elevating the drama format to new heights.
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- Street Woman Fighter Music
- A groundbreaking dance competition franchise that defined a new genre, celebrating dancers’ style and leadership with a modern twist.
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- Queen of Tears Drama
- Global phenomenon with over 600 million viewing hours, showcasing Korea’s unique storytelling ability.
2024 Visionary Awards
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- KANG FULL Writer / Webtoon Artist
- A storyteller who created a new genre called "K-Hero Series" with slow yet persuasive human experiences and relatable life stories.
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- Kim Yong-hoon Creator / Director
- A creator who quickly emerged as a pivotal player by unraveling the multiplicity of humans with a fresh approach of playing three roles at once.
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- Ryu Seung-Ryong Actor
- An unrivaled actor with a wide spectrum that enables the coexistence of a "Beast" and a "Romanticist."
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- Monika Dancer
- A leader of the K-dance scene who expanded the realm for dancers and proved their potential with a strong belief and passion for dance.
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- Song Hye-kyo Actor
- An irreplaceable actor who has rewritten the pinnacle of history by becoming the character itself through an unconventional transformation and overwhelming immersion.
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- Stray Kids K-POP Group
- An autonomous artist group that inexorably dominates the global charts with music armed with excitement and style.
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- UHM JUNG HWA Actor / K-POP Singer
- An ongoing legend who constantly proves her solid presence as an actor and singer.
2023 Visionary Awards
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- Kim Hye-soo Actor
- An actor who draws people in with her sheer presence
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- Nah Yung-suk Director / Producer
- A creator of variety shows who continues to improve and expand his universe
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- Don Lee Actor
- An irreplaceable actor whose existence has become a genre
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- Park Eun-bin Actor
- An actor who adds sincerity to her work through continuous observation and research
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- Park Chan-wook Creator / Director
- A director who captured the world with his creativity and mise-en-scene that displays the true meaning of "cinematic."
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- IU K-POP Singer / Actor
- An artist who goes beyond genre and generation and became a message of comfort
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- (G)I-DLE K-POP Group
- A group of artists who are pioneering their own way to the top
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- Lee Jung-jae Actor / Director
- An iconic creator who is bringing Korean entertainment to the world by overcoming boundaries between director and actor
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- Lee Jin-ju Director / Producer
- A creator who made a new genre of variety shows through immersive stories
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- Chung Seo-kyung Movie & TV Writer
- A storyteller who fights against prejudice in the world with her unique perspective and stories
2021 Visionary Awards
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BTS
K-POP Group
- Legendary musicians who brought the world together with their positive influence
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BTS
K-POP Group
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aespa
K-POP Group
- Metaverse-based group that travels between the boundaries of reality and VR
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aespa
K-POP Group
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Yoo Jae-suk
Comedian / Television Host
- Irreplaceable entertainer who leads the super entertainment era with his empathetic humor
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Yoo Jae-suk
Comedian / Television Host
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Yoon Yeo-jeong
Actor
("Minari")
- Oscar-winning actress who touched the hearts of many generations and nations with her honest and unapologetic attitude
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Yoon Yeo-jeong
Actor
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Choi Jeong-nam
Director / Producer
("Street Woman Fighter")
- Producer of hit dance programs who expanded the genre of entertainment with her innovative insight
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Choi Jeong-nam
Director / Producer
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Hwang Dong-hyeok
Creator / Director
("Squid Game")
- Global storyteller who led the K-Drama Wave by breaking down the boundary between reality and fiction
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Hwang Dong-hyeok
Creator / Director
2020 Visionary Awards
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BTS
K-POP Group
- The group that conquered the global music scene
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BTS
K-POP Group
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Kim Eun-hee
TV Writer
("Kingdom")
- The best storyteller for dystopian themes, including 'Kingdom'.
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Kim Eun-hee
TV Writer
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Kim Tae-ho
Director / Producer
- The producer who showed infinite scalability of his reality universe
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Kim Tae-ho
Director / Producer
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BLACKPINK
K-POP Group
- The group loved by Millennials and Gen Z
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BLACKPINK
K-POP Group
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Bong Joon-ho
Creator / Director
("Parasite")
- The director who led global achievements, including 'Parasite'
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Bong Joon-ho
Creator / Director
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Park Ji-eun
TV Writer
("Crash Landing on You")
- The storyteller who amused the world
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Park Ji-eun
TV Writer
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RAIN
K-POP Singer / Actor
- The star of the meme syndrome
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RAIN
K-POP Singer / Actor
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Shin Won-ho
Director / Producer
("Hospital Playlist")
- The hitmaker producer of `Utopia Drama'
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Shin Won-ho
Director / Producer
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Song Kang-ho
Actor
("Parasite")
- The global actor penetrating the times
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Song Kang-ho
Actor
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Yoo Jae-suk
Comedian / Television Host
- The best empathetic entertainer
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Yoo Jae-suk
Comedian / Television Host