SEVENTEEN Jun Makes Waves with Best Supporting Actor Nod at the 38th Hundred Flowers Awards

SEVENTEEN Wen Junhui better known simply as Jun has earned a prestigious nomination for Best Supporting Actor at the 38th Hundred Flowers Awards. The audience-voted honor, often dubbed China’s answer to the Golden Globes, recognizes his compelling turn as Hu Feng in the 2025 action thriller The Shadow’s Edge.

Jun portrays Hu Feng, a sharp-witted operative whose tactical brilliance keeps audiences on edge opposite screen legends Jackie Chan and Tony Leung Ka-fai. Directed by Larry Yang, the film blends high-stakes heists, intricate surveillance plots, and raw emotional depth, running a hefty 143 minutes. For a 30-year-old Shenzhen native who first captured hearts as a multifaceted idol in SEVENTEEN, this nomination marks a significant evolution. Fans have watched him quietly pivot toward more dramatic roles, stepping back from some group commitments last year to hone his craft on set.

I still remember the first time I saw Jun in earlier acting projects there was always that magnetic presence, a quiet intensity beneath the charm. But The Shadow’s Edge lets him flex new muscles. Industry insiders I’ve spoken with praise his ability to hold the screen against veterans. “Jun brings a fresh, layered energy,” notes one Beijing-based film critic who requested anonymity. “He’s not just riding the coattails of Chan and Leung; he’s carving his own space in the narrative.”

The competition is fierce. Jun faces strong contenders like Yu Shi and Huang Jingyu, both delivering standout performances in major 2025 releases. Yet the public voting phase, now underway ahead of the Beijing ceremony, has Carats (SEVENTEEN’s devoted fandom) mobilizing worldwide. Social media is flooded with edited stills, heartfelt threads, and proud declarations of support.

This isn’t just a personal win it highlights the growing convergence of idol culture and serious acting in Asia. As SEVENTEEN gears up for upcoming world tours, Jun’s trajectory reminds us that talent doesn’t stay in one lane. Whether he takes home the trophy or not, this nomination cements his status as a versatile force. For fans who’ve followed his journey from trainee days to this milestone, it feels deeply earned.