Shin Dong-yeob's prediction falls short as Lee Sang Min wins SBS grand prize

'2025 SBS Entertainment Awards' saw Shin Dong-yeob's remarks about who might win the grand prize and the reversal of expectations become the highlight of the ceremony. In particular, the grand prize went to Lee Sang Min, not Jee Seokjin.

On the 30th broadcast of the 2025 SBS Entertainment Awards, Lee Sang Min won the grand prize.

That day Lee Suji told Shin Dong-yeob, "You debuted 35 years ago, but on 'My Little Old Boy' you only make people laugh. The animals are struggling," then cracked her characteristic joke and asked, "Who will you push for the Entertainment Awards?"

In response, Shin Dong-yeob said, "I think it might come from among people who have never won the grand prize," mentioned Seo Jang-hoon, and added, "He has really worked hard at SBS but still hasn't received it." He went on to say of Lee Sang Min, "Some say he was the one who caused 'Dolsing Fourmen' to be canceled, but even so, if he wins the grand prize it will be meaningful."

He added, "Still, I hope Jee Seokjin wins this year," and "I think someone who has never won the grand prize will get it." However, the result was different from expectations.

That day the grand prize winner was Lee Sang Min. Immediately after the grand prize was announced, Lee Sang Min, looking incredulous, said, "No, no," with a flustered expression, and Jee Seokjin coolly embraced Lee Sang Min to congratulate him. Yu Jae-seok also said, "Good job," and gave a warm hug, adding to the heartwarming moment.

In his acceptance speech Lee Sang Min said, "I've worked quietly on my own without a company. I felt this year was the most uncertain," and added, "I just did 'Dolsing Fourmen' as prepared and had fun, so I'm grateful for this opportunity. I will repay SBS for its lifelong favor." He especially said, "I've sorted through all the hard moments, and this year I married the person I love," crediting his wife and receiving applause.

<'2025 SBS Entertainment Awards' winners summary>

Rookie award, male institutional sector: Kim Won-hoon (My Turn)

Rookie award, female institutional sector: Lee Suji (My Turn)

Scene-stealer award: Choo Sung Hoon, Tak Jae-Hoon (My Turn)

Rookie UP award: Lee Chaeyeon (Shooting Stars)

Best couple UP award: Yu Jae-seok × Yoo Yeonseok (Whenever there's a chance)

This year's challenge award: Heo Kyunghwan, Lim Won-hee, Kim Seung-soo (My Little Old Boy)

Hot click award: Cha Taehyun (The Ballad of Us)

Special award: Haha (Running Man)

ESG award: Lim Young-woong (Island bachelor hero)

Good influence award: Jeong Eun-hye·Cho Young Nam couple (Same Bed, Different Dreams 2)

Radio DJ award: Hwang Je-seong (Hwang Je-power)

Lifetime achievement award: Lee Kyung-kyu (My Turn)

Best entertainer award: Yoon Hyun-min (My Little Old Boy)

Best teamwork award: Same Bed, Different Dreams 2

Program of the year award: The Ballad of Us