Korean drama loved all over the world
10th anniversary with the stars of glory
Lady Bounce’s ‘Intro + Toxic remix + Welcome to the Party remix’
Hello, I'm actor Kim Seungwoo
the host of the 2024 Seoulcon APAN Star Awards
Hello, this is Park Sunyoung
We just saw the dance crew Lady Bounce
- It was amazing - Wasn’t it?
It was a special stage
with Lady Bounce's unique choreography
representing the nominees for this year's best works
That's right, let's give them a big round of applause once more
Thank you
The 2024 SeoulCon APAN Star Awards is co-hosted by
the Korean Entertainment Management Association
and Seoul Business Agency
and co-organized by KEMA and Guardians Company
This year marks exactly 10 years
Starting this year, we'll begin a new 10-year journey
It’s been a long and bright history
It must feel extra special for you, Seungwoo
How do you feel?
I think this year will be my fourth time
Yes, the fourth or the fifth
Being able to spend time with these amazing stars
at the end of the year is amazing
The path ahead looks brighter than the one we've walked
so I'm looking forward to next year as well
If you get an offer next year, would you be joining me again?
- Of course - Alright
- Don’t do it without me - Alright
I’m joking
Please read a lot of these for me today
This is a space for you to shine
so let's give a big round of applause and enjoy it
It will make the atmosphere even hotter
Shall we continue?
The APAN Star Awards
integrates content from all channels
including terrestrial, cable, OTT, and web dramas
and is the only drama award show in Korea
started in 2012 and, with this year's 10th anniversary
has left a lasting impact alongside many actors
Yes, now that K-drama
has become a guiding star worldwide
Its influence has truly grown that much
With its friendly yet unique stories
it seems to be gaining even more attention
It has become global content
Yes
Then, before the award ceremony
let's watch a video showing how this year's winners were selected
2024 SeoulCon APAN Star Awards
reaching its 10th anniversary
where starts who have written the history of K-dramas come together
The biggest drama festival of the country
Spanning all channels
The first and only integrated drama awards in Korea
The evaluation is based on all drama content
in Korea from cable, OTT, web drama, national channels
from November 2023 to October 2024
The Idol Champ winners were determined
via mobile voting from December 4 to 24, 2024 for each category
For fairness, a panel of 9 experts
led by Judge Hyojung Lee, was formed
The judging process was strict and conducted in three rounds
resulting in winners for 21 categories
Judge Hyojung Lee The number of episodes has dropped
but this year, many more diverse and deeper works
with broader themes have been aired
As it reflected more diverse stories
and a wider range of life's struggles
it was a very encouraging and enjoyable judging process
The 10th 2024 SeoulCon APAN Star Awards
The winners will be announced now
This fair and strict evaluation
led to the winners being selected
As you saw, from November 2023 to December 2024
Now, let's meet one by one the actors and works
that have presented amazing performances to the viewers
First up
The rising stars of K drama
Those who exhibited endless potential with rookie spunk
Let's start with the Rookie of the Year award
The award will be presented by last year's winners
Sangmin Moon and Hanbyul Lee
Please welcome them with a round of applause
Hello, this is Sangmin Moon
Hello, this is Hanbyul Lee
Sangmin, we had the honor last year
to be loved by the public and stand here today
Since winning this award last year, has anything changed for you?
Not much, but the energy
and being able to meet more fans
made me very happy
Do you remember when you first wanted to be an actress?
I clearly remember the first time I saw a monologue
and it left a strong impression on me
The actor alone, without any props
perform a 2-3 hour monologue
as if they were from another world
made me feel like they had an aura
That’s why I immediately sought out acting lessons
That’s right, whether in big or small productions
I believe actors hold incredible power
I also always strive to be an actor who takes responsibility
and can have a positive influence
The award we are about to present this time is
for a fresh face
who gives dreams, comfort, and hope to others
I’m eager to meet them quickly
Wait a moment, Sangmin, you look very uncomfortable now
let me raise the microphone for you, please hold on a moment
Isn't it automatic?
Sangmin, are you feeling quite uncomfortable?
Thank you
This is the kind of person I am
You’re so tall that the microphone
This is something that can commonly happen during a live broadcast
I believe you will understand Please feel free to continue
Thank you
Let's meet the male nominees for the Rookie of the Year award
Male Rookie of the Year
JTBC's "A Virtuous Business"
Coupang Play's "Boyhood"
MBC's "Doubt"
Kim Jeongjin
MBC's "Doubt"
Netflix's "Daily Dose of Sunshine"
Roh Jaewon
JTBC's "Miss Night and Day"
Baek Seohoo
tvN's "Lovely Runner"
Lee Seunghyub
Netflix's "Sweet Home Season 3"
ENA's "Your Honor"
Heo Namjoon
Male Rookie of the Year
Kim Jeongjin / Roh Jaewon / Baek Seohoo Lee Seunghyub / Lee Siwoo / Heo Namjoon
All of them are incredible actors lined up here
Hanbyul, please announce the winner
The 2024 SeoulCon APAN Star Awards
The winner of the Male Rookie of the Year award goes to
The winners are two individuals
Congratulations to Roh Jaewon and Kim Jeongjin
Roh Jaewon is from MBC's "Doubt"
Netflix's "Daily Dose of Sunshine"
who captivated the viewers with a fresh presence
Kim Jeongjin showcased a character that transcended good and evil
demonstrating an irreplaceable presence with his acting
Congratulations to both of you
The bouquet and trophy are being presented
Thank you
We’d like to hear your acceptance speeches, please
Roh Jaewon, please share your acceptance speech first
Please welcome him with a round of applause
Thank you
This is my first award for a drama
First of all, I was nominated for two projects
The project "Doubt"
and "Daily Dose of Sunshine"
I wanted to fully dedicate myself to acting in these two works
However, acting is never easy
I'm not acting because I have to
but because I want to, and I want to continue acting
I want to enjoy acting to the fullest
Thank you to our CEO, Seong Hyunsu, of Noon Company
And to everyone I worked with on "Doubt"
Thank you, my manager Jeong Eunho
You make me feel at ease I'm really thankful
Thank you, Grandma I love you
My family means the world to me, thank you
Congratulations
Everyone, please welcome Kim Jungjin with a round of applause
Hello, I am from "Quiet Sales" and "Boy's Era"
and from "Doubt"
I played the roles of Eom Daegeun, Yang Cheolhong, and Choi Youngmin
My name is Kim Jungjin Nice to meet you
First of all, I’m really grateful for this wonderful award
To me, all three works
gave me a lot of inspiration
motivation and joyful moments
I'd like to thank all the staff and directors
CEO Sohn Myungjin of Cré Company and CEO Choi Injoo
And team leader Mo Danbi, the members of the PR team Highmiles
Thank you all for working hard all day for me
I've been taking my time off these days
I realize there aren't many things I can do alone
I've learned a lot through this job
I will strive to be someone who can work together, coexist, harmonize
and respect, just as my name represents, continuing to progress
Happy New Year and thank you
Congratulations, winners Let's welcome them back to their seats
Next, we have the Female Rookie of the Year award
Let's meet the nominees on the screen
The Female Rookie of the Year award
JTBC's "Welcome to Samdal-ri"
Kang Mina
Coupang play's "Boyhood"
Kang Hyewon
"A Shop for Killers" from Disney+
Geum Hannah
"Pyramid Game" from TVING
Jang Da-a
"The Tyrant" from Disney+
Jo Yoonsu
'Doubt' from MBC
Chae Wonbin
The Female Rookie of the Year award
Kang Mina / Kang Hyewon/ Geum Hannah Jang Da-a / Jo Yoonsu / Chae Wonbin
Sangmin will announce the winner this time
The 2024 Seoulcon APAN Star Awards the Female Rookie of the Year award
There are two winners
Congratulations, Kang Mina and Chae Wonbin
Congratulations
Kang Mina played Cho Hae-dal, a strong mother in her 20s
in 'Welcome to Samdal-ri'
who touched everyone's heart with her act of motherhood
Chae Wonbin played in "Doubt"
made a strong impression with her acting skills
that perfectly fit the character Congratulations
We're handing out trophy and flower bouquets
Congratulations, I will ask Kang Mina for an acceptance speech first
Please give her a big round of applause
Hello, I'm an actress, Kang Mina
To be honest, I'm so nervous
Forgive me if I'm talking nonsense
I played 'Hae-dal' in "Welcome to Samdal-ri"
She's the youngest out of three sisters
But she became a first mom among her sisters
gave birth to a child in her early 20s
In a way, she was the daughter
who understood mother's mind the best
The role of a mother is something many people are familiar with
and since she's often nearby
I think she easily forms a sense of empathy
Because of that, I had a lot of thoughts and concerns about this role
I am so grateful to Director Cha Younghoon
Writer Kwon Hyejoo, Director Hyungjoon
Hyunchul and Changwook who are sitting in front of me
Hyesun, Dongmi, my daughter Doeun
and all the other staff members, thank you so much
I will continue to strive and study
to become a stronger actress like the actors here
Thank you to the viewers who watched the show
and my fans I'll do my best
Congratulations
Chae Wonbin, I would ask for your speech next
First of all, all glory to God
Hello, I am Chae Wonbin
I'm so thankful for this precious rookie award
I was filled with concern and fear while working on this piece
but it’s great to hear that I managed to do well
First, I would like to thank Director Song Yeonhwa
Han Sukkyu, and all the respected actors who guided me reliably on set
as well as my colleagues who supports me by being together
and each and every staff member who worked so hard
I want to express my sincere gratitude
Last of all, my family who was always by my side
for me to work with a healthy mindset
and my fans who supports me
from my debut untill now
and Outer Universe who has always supported
and encouraged me since I started acting
I'm truly grateful
I will always be an actress who works hard and sincerely
Thank you
Congratulations, we will guide you winners back to the seat
Be careful and take your time
Once again, a heartfelt congratulations to both of you
When they were giving a speech
it was nice to see their colleagues
watching them with proud smile
and I can feel the joy in that excitement
I know
Many of the winners mentions about 'the fear' in their speeches
and it made me realize that acting is truly like that
So, the award we're about to present might be
the most pleasant
yet also a little frightening, I assume
It's the Acting Award
That's right It can be a pressure if you win this award
Now, let's proceed with the Acting Award presentation
The award will be presented by Lee Donghwi and Yeom Hyeran
who have been scene stealers in every work
Give a big applause for them please
Hello, I'm Yeom Hyeran
Hello, I'm Lee Donghwi
How was it going, Donghwi?
I'm doing so well
Last year, you won the Best Actor Award
and this year, you are nominated in the mid-length drama category
I worked hard during the filming
and I'm grateful to have been nominated
I am so thankful
But the other nominees are too competent
So, today, I plan to just be content with the award presentation
It's actually a big honor to be nominated. Congrats
Thank you
And you were, as in "Chief Detective 1958"
your unique aura and character creation
draws the audience into the story
That's what it says here
What do you consider your acting strengths to be?
Just as it's written, my strength in acting is that I'll read this
I believe it's the mindset, everyone
I'm working hard to maintain my initial passion
and dedicating myself fully to each project
Those efforts accumulate and blend into my acting
Yeom Hyeran, you are the definition of a trustworthy actress
What qualities have made you
such a trusted actress?
Dong-hwi, it's obvious that you're reading
Could you make it sound more natural?
I'm doing it natural
If I may say, I think it's my face
Oh, your face?
Yes, that's right
I think so too
Could you explain why you're confident about your face?
People say I remind them of their mother, their friend, or themselves
I believe my strength lies in being familiar
When did you memorize all this in such a short time?
Now, we'll meet
those who have captivated viewers
with their unique acting skills, just like us
Let's first look at the nominees for the Best Actor Award
The Best Actor Award
"Queen of Tears" from tvN
Kwak Dongyeon
"The Judge from Hell" from SBS
Kim Inkwon
"Queen Woo" from TVING
"Seoul Busters" from Disney+
Park Jihwan
"Welcome to Samdal-ri" from JTBC
"Boyhood" from Coupang Play
Seo Hyunchul
"Uncle Samsik" from Disney+
"No Way Out: The Roulette" from Disney+
Yoo Jaemyung
tvN's "Queen of Tears"
"Dear Hyeri" from ENA
"Daily Dose of Sunshine" from Netflix
Jeon Baesoo
The Best Actor Award
Kwak Dong-yeon / Kim In-kwon / Park Ji-hwan Seo Hyun-chul / Yoo Jae-myung / Jeon Bae-soo
Honestly, I wish
I could give awards to all the nominees
If you could announce the winner
it would be appreciated
Okay, I will announce the winner
The 2024 SeoulCon APAN Star Awards Best Actor Award
goes to two recipients
Congratulations to Seo Hyun-chul and Jeon Bae-soo
Congratulations
Seo Hyun-chul, in "Welcome to Samdalri" from JTBC
and "Boyhood" from Coupang Play
delivered convincing performances
with his seasoned and flawless acting, receiving high praise
Jeon Bae-soo, "Queen of Tears" from tvN and "Dear Hyeri" from ENA
and "Daily Dose of Sunshine" from Netflix
showed his presence with his distinctive and comforting acting style
Sincere congratulations to both
Bouquets and trophies are being presented to Jeon Baesoo as well
First, let's hear from Seo Hyunchul
Please welcome him with applause
Hello, I'm Seo Hyunchul
Rather than the joy of receiving this award
it still feels a bit surreal and awkward
There are so many people I need to thank
but if I try to mention each one
I'm afraid I might miss someone, so I'll refrain
Anyway, I sincerely thank everyone who has been with me
Still, honey, Eun-jo, thank you
I started acting a bit later in life
My parents were so surprised and firmly opposed
so I began acting without their approval
Of course, I wasn't at an age to need their permission
but receiving this award suddenly reminded me of that time
I finally feel like I've received permission
to continue acting
I will cherish every role given to me
and work hard to show you my best, thank you
Thank you
Not only am I happy to receive this award
but having it presented by two actors I greatly admire
makes this joy twice as special
Yeom Hyeran and I were just texting about
when we'd meet next, and here we are
And Seo Hyunchul who's receiving an award with me today
About 10 years ago
when we did theater together
I would always take over the roles he had previously performed
I'm deeply moved to be receiving this award alongside him
To be honest, among all the outstanding nominees today
I can hardly believe that a humble actor like myself
is receiving this award
To me, acting is something
that makes my heart race so much it could wake me from sleep
Anyway, thank you
My Noon Company's CEO, Sung Hyunsoo
the Director Jung Seyong, Director Moon Jisung
and the promotional team
and my manager, Park Jungsoo
who worked in harmony for a last year, thank you
And with stylist, Woori Jung
and my mother Mrs. Choo Yeonok
who might watching me on TV now
and my children
I want to share this honor with them, thank you
Congratulations
Award winners, please return to your seats
Congratulations
Congratulations from the bottom of my heart
The Best Actress Award nominees is also something to look forward to
Let's continue
and take a look at the nominees
The Best Actress Award
"Queen of Tears" from tvN
Kim Jeongnan
"Red Swan" from Disney+
Seo Yisook
"Miss Night and Day" from JTBC
Lee Jungeun
"Bitter Sweet Hell" from MBC
Lee Hyeyoung
"Lovely Runner" from tvN
"Miss Night and Day" from JTBC
Jeong Youngju
"Doubt" from MBC
Han Yeri
The Best Actress Award
Kim Jeongnan/Seo Yisook/Lee Jeongeun Lee Hyeyoung/Jung Youngjoo/Han Yeri
Donghwi, could you please reveal the winner this time?
The 2024 SeoulCon APAN Star Awards, the Best Actress Award
There are two winners
Kim Jeongnan and Jung Youngju
Congratulations!
Kim Jeongnan, in "Queen of Tears" from tvN
portrayed Hong Beomja, a troublemaker with a warm heart
capturing attention in every scene and becoming the nation's aunt
Jung Youngju in "Lovely Runner" from tvN
and "Miss Night and Day" from JTBC
showed variety of mothers
building the character of the next-generation national mom
Congratulations to both of you
Kim Jeongnan will receive the award first
Please give a round of applause
You dressed contrast in black and white
Yes, they look cool
Thank you
I thought she was Hong Beomja
I'm really happy to recieve and award
with my love, Jung Youngju
Many of the juniors mentioned
that they were scared of acting
I was scared of acting when I was a rookie as well
But as I got older and been acting for decades
it became much more frustrating
I thought that it would be easy, but it becomes more difficult
The role of Hong Beomja was very hard role to me
I tried my best, but that last 20% was always lacking
so I pondered over it a lot
Lee Sungmin, the actor, told me that
"Why are you trying to do everything on your own?”
"The remaining 20% will probably be handled by the director"
“and by the staff"
Sorry, I hate to interuppt
but your face is not visible, so could you lower the microphone a bit?
- Lower? - Much better
Yeah, that words was a comfort to me
Then I filmed it with ease
Our directors, writer, and staffs
handle not just 20%
but 120% putting in 100% effort
That's why I got a good result
Thank you to my team
and my mangers being the one to support
Thank you always
Still, I will be the actress who put in 100% effort
Thank you
Congratualtions
Hello, I'm Jung Youngju. Nice to meet you
I'm receiving an overwhelming love
I heard I have my beauty peak these days a lot because of your love
I have no time to be pretty to be nation's 'mom'
Nominating me and giving me an award
make me feel that I am loved a lot
and the one
who is acknowledged
So it's really thankful to recieve this award
but it also feels like a burden from the next day
You might have gone through those experiences
It evokes a great sense of responsibility and duty
So I always ponder
study
and have responsibility of choosing a career
which moves people's heart
I'll strive every day to bring you
heartfelt and lasting inspiration
Above all, I hope the work I do
along with my amazing colleagues and mentors
becomes something you'll cherish for a long time
I'll keep giving my best each day
striving to create memorable
and meaningful projects
To Junghoon and Seo Jinsook, who might be watching at home
I'm so blessed to be your daughter
Hwang Juhye from Big Title, thank you, and Kim Seoyeon, great job
Son, I won an award
Thank you, everyone Stay healthy
Congratulations We will now guide you to the seats
Let’s give another round of applause to Yeom Hyeran and Lee Donghwi
who helped with the award presentation
Their chemistry was so good
I thought it would be great to see them together in a project
They would look great together, it would be amazing
Good job
This award celebrates those with an even brighter future ahead
It’s like a certification for becoming an excellent adult actor
the Male and Female Young Acting Awards
I heard that recently, Kim Seungwoo
you have properly taken the helm by becoming a president, right?
Please correct me if I'm wrong
I’m a little hesitant to say it myself
I became the president of the Korea Little League Baseball Federation
Please give him a round of applause
Were you elected or were you the sole candidate?
I was elected
Please give him another big round of applause
Even the BGM is playing
The reason I asked this is because
I was wondering if, like among young future baseball stars
some stand out from the very beginning
Right, there are always those who seem like they will make it
given that they work hard
This award is for such individuals
Yes, that’s right
This award is given to those whose future is even more promising
and for the presentation, global rookie group UNIS'
Im Seowon and Bang Yoonha will assist
Let’s welcome them with a round of applause
Hello, we are UNIS’ Yoonha and Seowon
Seo Won, this year had many hit dramas
which one did you enjoy watching the most?
I really enjoyed watching
"Lovely Runner" which created the "Sunjae sensation"
It might be because it blended K-pop fandom culture
so I became more interested in it as a singer
What was your favorite drama, Yoonha?
I recently enjoyed watching "Jeongnyeon: The Star is Born," which deals with
the fresh subject of Gukgeuk (traditional Korean theater)
I also have a drama that I've already bookmarked to watch
Which one is it?
It’s called "Boyhood"
I saw a clip where actor Yim Siwan
danced to the song 'Missing You' and
without realizing it, I started dancing along with it
Could you show us for a moment?
Sure, I'd be happy to
Everyone, please give a round of applause
Please show us
And this song is from my parent's generation
so I became even more curious
and wanted to watch it
The dance and the song are really addictive
Shall we now meet the winners of the first award?
The award we will present is for those who
though young, have stood out from the start
It’s the Youth Actoring Award
Let’s first meet the nominees for the Youth Actor Award
The Youth Actor Award
"Goodbye Earth" from Netflix
"Death's Game" from TVING
Kim Kanghoon
"Family by Choice" from JTBC
Shin Seowoo
"My Sweet Mobster" from JTBC
"Queen of Tears" from tvN
Lee Joowon
the Youth Actor Award
Kim Kanghoon/ Moon Sunghyun Shin Seowoo/ Lee Joowon
I really enjoyed watching all the nominated works
and I’m excited to see
who will win
Please announce the winner, Seowon
The 2024 Seoulcon APAN Star Awards
the winner of the Youth Actor Award goes to
Lee Joowon, Congratulations!
Congratulations
Lee Joowon has perfectly embodied every character in each of his works
portraying deep emotions
He is an actor whose future growth is highly anticipated
The award and bouquet are being presented
Everyone, please give another round of applause
Hello, I am actor Lee Joowon
It feels like a dream
I can’t believe I’m standing here
I'm reminded of so many thankful people
and grateful days
This year was a year filled with valuable lessons
where I had the opportunity to perform on stage for the first time
I'd like to first thank the actors of the play "Macbeth"
including actress Im Soohyang
and the cast of "Our Little Sister," for all the valuable lessons
and also to Director Park Eunsol, Manager Noh Taemin
Director Lee Junsung, Director Jung Yoomin
and Team Leader Hwang Saemi for giving me the audition chance
I'd also like to thank Director Jang Youngwoo
Director Kim Heewon, Director Kim Younghwan
Director Kim Hyungil, and Writer Jo Jungsun for encouraging me on set
I'm also grateful to CEO Lim Nayun
Ms. Jung Sorin, and CEO Hwang Juhye
who always support and guide me
I miss you all, and thank you
And I thank all the staffs who’ve done hard work
in the field during hot and cold days
and I want to thank my family who’s always on my side, I love you
And lastly, I want to thank my classmates in class 6 of first grade
and my teacher, Jo Yeonwoo
who always supports my dream
I will try my very best to become an actor who genuinely enjoys acting
I wish you happy new year, thank you
Congratulations
Congratulations, your classmates would love this
Right
And we’ll continue with the Youth Actress Award
Let’s meet the nominees on the screen
The Youth Actress Award
"Welcome to Samdal-ri" from JTBC
Kim Doeun
"The Atypical Family" from JTBC
Park Soyi
"A Shop for Killers" from Disney+
An Sebin
"Family by Choice" from JTBC
Oh Eunseo
The Youth Actress Award
Kim Doeun/ Park Soyi An Sebin/ Oh Eunseo
Please announce the winner this time, Yunha
The 2024 SeoulCon APAN Star Awards
the Youth Actress Award goes to
Park Soyi, congratulations
Congratulations
Park Soyi enriched the JTBC drama, "The Atypical Family"
playing a character with telepathic abilities
with her exceptional inner acting
and intense emotional performance
Let’s have another round of applause
Let’s hear the speech from her
Hello, I’m Park Soyi
I first want to thank you for giving me this award
Yina, unlike me in personality and circumstances
was a character I felt deeply for
As I prepared for her, I could really feel her loneliness
and it broke my heart
I hope the viewers also catch
this side of Yina
and I developed and shaped the character of Yina
through many discussions with the director
As I loved playing Yina so much
that I still miss the set of "The Atypical Family"
I believe this award reflects that love
and I'm truly grateful for it
I thank Director Jo Hyuntak and Writer Joo Hwami
for kindly answering all the questions I asked
and believed in me
and also to all the staffs
and I also want to thank the Bok family and the Sauna family
for treating me like their actual daughter, niece, and grand-daughter
and to Woojin and Sooin for practicing the choreo with me
and to other dance club friends
and I want to thank uncle Yeonson, aunt Dahae, uncle Sungmin
for truly supporting and taking care of me during filming
and lastly I want to thank my grandmother
for treating me so preciously
and I love you, my brother Jiham
and my grandfather
and my mom for believing and supporting me
through my acting career
and I want to return all your love
Thank you once again
Congratulations
I’m sure they already believe they received all the support back
I once again feel that the future of our actors is bright
Congratulations and let’s give her a big round of applause
We can’t miss seeing the tears of our nominees here
Right
Seeing the tears
we can't help but feel moved and warm inside
Let’s move on
The Korean culture has been on trend on social media
besides drama but YouTube, instagram and other short-form videos
There are individuals who’s shown great influence
in spreading K-contents globally
Right, this is the award for them
This award goes to the influencer who’s adored gloablly
which is the Global Influencer Award
We separated it by domestic and foreign influencer
The award will be presented by Chairwoman Lee Sookja of the
Seoul City Council and Lee Jaekyu, representative of Seoul Leaguer
Please welcome them with a round of applause
Please present the award
Hello, I'm the Chairwoman Lee Sookja of the Seoul Metropolitan Council
Hello, I'm Lee Jaekyu, the CEO of the Seoul Leaguer
It's such an honor to be able to attend
the Seoulcon APAN Star Awards again this year
The impact of K-drama, which has fascinated people all over the world
has now become a global culture beyond imagination
I would like to thank all the associates and actors here
and I will do my best
to help the Korean pop culture industry develop greatly in the future
Many of the main characters who gave me great strength
through drama this year are here today
Thank you on behalf of the viewers
The public's interest in influencer, which continues to trend
not only through dramas but also through various contents
is increasing day by day
The award we're going to present today is
the Global Influencer Award
given to influencers who are loved worldwide this year
First, the winner of the international category
The Chairwoman will announce it
The 2024 SeoulCon APAN Star Awards
The winner of the Global Influencer Award goes to
Hold on a second
Dasha Taran
Irene Swandy
Wesfy
Punam Naruka
All four are the winners
Congratulations
Global creators representing each country are active in promoting
K-content such as music, movies, and dramas to the world
and producing global trends
Four winners are coming up to the stage
We'll give each of winner a trophy and a bouquet of flowers
Not only dramas
but now various K-content is receiving love
to the point where it can be called K-content
The winners of the international categories
getting their awards and trophies first
What I'm worried about is, should we ask them for the speech?
Do you translate at the same time?
Unfortunately, we'll listen to their acceptance speech later
Please give a warm round of applause to the four winners
who came here to shine
Thank you
Congratulations
Thank you
Next, the winner of the domestic category
Take your time; we'll announce after they get back to their seats
Good
Please be careful and take your time
Thank you
Now, let me announce the winner of the domestic category
CEO Lee Jaekyu, please announce it
The 2024 SeoulCon APAN Star Awards
There are two winners of the domestic Global Influencer Award
Shinsama and Yuka
Congratulations
Global creators, who draw attention
for their outstanding storytelling and creative content planning
have established themselves as representative influencers in each field
loved by the public with their pleasant charm
Yuka and Shinsama
They are being presented with trophies and bouquets of flowers
They came all the way here
with just one way, K-content
That's right
I'm so thankful, too
Please give them a big round of applause once again
Congratulations
Thank you. I will guide the winners back to their seats
Congratulations, everyone
This award category is
special categories that can only be seen at the APAN awards ceremonies
the Idol Champ Awards
From December 4th to 24th, through the IDOL CHAMPION app
The viewers and K-drama fans
voted and selected the winners themselves
Popularity Award, OST Award, Best Couple Award, Global Star Award
and the Best Entertainer Award
Awards will be presented across a total of six categories
First of all, the winner of the Idol Champ Actor Popularity Award
Park Sunyoung will announce it
Yes, I'll even present the award
The 2024 SeoulCon APAN Star Awards
The winner of the Idol Champ Actor Popularity Award goes to
Congratulations, Byeon Wooseok
Byeon Wooseok is unable to attend due to overseas schedules
We apologize for his absence
Hello, I'm actor Byeon Wooseok
Due to an unavoidable schedule, I'm unable to attend in person
and must greet you through this video. I apologize
In the 2024 SEOULCON APAN STAR AWARDS
I think it's really meaningful
that I'm able to receive this precious award with the fans' hearts
This year has been like a gift
as I've received so much love
not only for my character in the drama but also in real life
I will take these happy times as motivation
and continue to work hard to become a better actor
I’m so honored to receive this award
and would like to extend my thanks
Thank you
Congratulations
Next is the Actress Popularity Award
Please announce the winner
Is it my turn this time?
Shall I open it?
The winner goes to Kim Hyeyoon
Congratulations
She also had to miss the event
due to her filming schedule
So we’ll make sure to send her the trophy, congratulations
That's sad
I know, many people here
would have been excited to see them
in person
I wanted to see them too
Same, it’s a busy time the end of the year
Yes, it’s a pity
Next up is the OST Award
which elevates the emotion and atmosphere of the drama
OST is an essential element in a drama
playing a crucial role in enhancing its emotions
and increase the sense of focus in the drama
I’m curious who the winner will be
The 2024 SeoulCon APAN Star Awards, the Idol Champ OST award
Let’s meet the winner on the screen
Eclipse was on "Lovely Run"
played by Byeon Wooseok
the band member Ryu Sunjae
has been gaining as much popularity as an actual band
Congratulations
It would have been nice if we had done a good job with the invitation
and had them come perform live, but unfortunately, it didn't happen
Due to his busy schedule, he'll likely just receive the trophy
and share their joy on their personal social media
Let's look forward to that, congratulations
I don’t love this word, but this section is
if I read it as written, it's bound to make viewers SimKoong (swoon)
Why don't you like this word?
I don’t like that it's an abbreviation
So, you just say "my heart skipped a beat?"
Yes, or something like pit-a-pat
The Idol Champ Best Couple Award
This award, as it is named
will likely be a way to gauge that
his drama's lead characters were the biggest sensation of the year
The 2024 SeoulCon APAN Star Awards winner goes to
Let’s meet them on the screen
Byeon Wooseok and Kim Hyeyoon, on "Lovely Run"
reminiscent of sweet teen love
and up to bittersweet 30’s romance
caused viewers’ hearts to flutter
That's unfortunate
We’ll make sure we get the trophies to them, congratulations
A round of applause please
- It’s a pity - I know
Maybe next year, as a previous winner
they could come back as presenters, right?
We need to tell them to keep their schedules open
Next up is those who were loved worldwide
the Idol Champ Global Star Award
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the Idol Champ Global Star Award winner goes to
Byeon Wooseok
He would have taken 4 trophies
It must have been tough for the producers to prepare
but to deliver this joyful news on their behalf
This was 100% based on fan votes
That's right
That's unfortunate
I think he’ll be very happy
We could take one each and give him two
I promise we’ll give him all four
Once again, please give a round of applause
2024 SeoulCon APAN Star Awards
The next category is an award given to artists
who have excelled in various fields
such as music, acting, and variety shows
The Best Entertainer Award
Please do the honors, Seungwoo
2024 SeoulCon APAN Star Awards
the Idol Champ Best Entertainer Award goes to
Daniel Kang
Congratulations
Daniel Kang has shown excellence in many fields
ever since his debut
and leaving a mark in all his endeavors
Your trophy and bouquet, please share some words
Hello, this is Daniel Kang
This was all thanks to my fans
for giving me this amazing award
Thank you my fans, FLOWD
And 2024 has been a year
with many challenging moments for me
However, I was able to push through
because of all the support
from my fans and colleagues
so I was able to stand here
in front of you as a better version of myself
I appreciate for this opportunity
and I would like to pursue
even more diverse and fun adventures
and become an artist who can return all the support
There are only few days left until 2024 but I hope you stay warm
and I wish you happy new year
I will see you guys with more fun adventures, thank you
Congratulations, let’s take you back to the seat
He looks great in person, I’m a big fan
And now, we’ll hand out a Korea Celebrity Award
to Korean influencers who have accomplished great achievements
We’ll have a Taiwanese TV star and an influencer, Mavis
here on stage who’s got attention
of all their fans globally
Please welcome her with a round of applause
Hello, my name is Mavis, an influencer from Taiwan
Hello, this is Mavis
Welcome
Beauty and fashion after K-drama
have become a global brand
K-contents
that’s loved globally beyond Asia
have inspired me a lot
I’m very excited to meet actors and influencers
who are the epicenter of this trend
The award I’m going to present today
is for an influencer who have achieved great accomplishments
and garnered influence in Korea, which is the Korea Celebrity Award
2024 SeoulCon APAN Star Awards
the Korea Celebrity Award goes to
Ralral, congratulations
Congratulations
Ralral, the creator, has gained popularity for her unique storytelling
and diverse sub-characters
showcasing different personas
They’re handing out the trophy and a bouquet
Congratulations
Hello, this is Ralral
This is heavy, I can’t believe I won this award
Today is my birthday actually
- Congratulations - Thank you
Therefore, this will be an unforgettable birthday
I’m very very happy and super appreciative
I’m here with such precious individuals
and I thank you for giving me this big award
and I’m doing lots of fun things I want to do
by playing sub-characters and acting on my YouTube channel
I actually wanted to come here dressed as Myeonghwa Lee
I feel naked without the makeup
so I wanted to come here as Myeonghwa Lee
but they told me to come as myself, that’s why I’m here like this
To all Ralral land families
(Han Sangcheol, Young Kwangmo, Hajoon Rihanna)
and the best supporter, my husband, I thank you
and to miss in room 502, I won the award
Mom and dad, pay the rent now, I won it
And to all my subscribers, hope you’re watching this
I’m gaining subscribers everyday
I’m really thankful and honored
I’ll keep posting more fun videos
My mom always says this
Sorry for digressing
but I really wanted to say this, sorry
My mom always says this
If you become famous or receive an award
it’s not because you’re unique or good at something
but it’s the opportunity sent from the sky
to help others
That’s why I will never boast and give out laughter
to all people in the world
Thank you
Congratulations
To Ralral who’s had epic year
She received a great gift for her birthday
I know
I heard your wife, Kim Namjoo, is also a big fan of her
My wife loves you so much, I should’ve said that
Let’s take a selfie later
Congratulations
The 2024 SeoulCon APAN Star Awards is held in collaboration with
Korea Entertainment Management Association
Seoul Business Agency and Guardians Company
It’s time to close the first half of the event
We’re going to close it with a performance
Chaewon from lovely girl group, Class:y
and we’ll come back to you on second half
Class:y Chaewon ‘If We Hold on Together’
A song sung with Chaewon’s unique clear voice that has a message of
"let’s never lose hope and keep dreaming" to look back on 2024
that can only be heard at the APAN Star Awards
Class:y Chaewon, "Fly Me To The Moon"
A jazz song from 1954, made by a composer and pianist, Bart Howard
that’s altered to give musical feel with vibrant gold LED lights
to celebrate the new year at the APAN Star Awards
Photo wall Highlights
Actor Son Hyunjoo (1st Award Winner)
Congratulations APAN STAR AWARDS on your 10th anniversary this year
Actor Hyun Bin (7th Award Winner) As we have created a history of 10 years
there have been many highly talked-about dramas
and I’m looking forward to which works will gain attention this year
Actor Song Joong-ki (5th, 8th Award Winner) The love and support from you
have been the driving force behind my ability to continue work
Actor Lee Byunghun (6th Award Winner) I am once again amazed by
how much attention and love
Korean content is receiving around the world
I would like to congratulate all the awardees today
and I look forward to the day
where we can enjoy the APAN STAR AWARDS together
Congratulations
The 2024 SeoulCon APAN STAR AWARDS Part 2 has started
After the photo wall video, we saw congratulatory messages
from the past awardees celebrating the 10th anniversary
The grand winner of the 10th year is also someone
we're eagerly looking forward to
The APAN STAR AWARDS is a comprehensive drama awards ceremony
covering all channels including domestic broadcast networks
OTT, and web dramas
It is the only official ceremony
first recognized by cultural and artistic organizations
Currently, global fans from over 200 countries
are enjoying the K-drama festival in real-time via live streaming
Yes, the event is co-hosted by
by the Korea Entertainment Management Association
and the Seoul Economic Promotion Agency, and co-organized by
the Korea Entertainment Management Association and Guardians Company
As you mentioned earlier
fans from around the world are watching
I was reminded of a recent foreign news report I saw
It said that watching Korean dramas is beneficial for mental health
Really?
Yes, it was reported that
one reason for the global popularity
of Korean dramas
is their ability to heal our inner wounds
by addressing a range of emotions like sadness and joy
in addition to the charm and acting skills of the actors
It makes sense
In fact
even if the themes and reality are heavy
watching a drama’s happy ending
gives us the strength to face our own reality
Yes, there's also a catharsis
Absolutely
We trust the K-mark, don’t we?
That's right
Similarly, when we hear K-content
we feel that the addition of "K" has reached a level
where it is trusted and enjoyed worldwide
Everyone, please give a round of applause
You all are the protagonists You all made this possible
Indeed
this is the gathering of the protagonists of K-dramas
which have brought joy, comfort, and empathy to people all year round
In Part 2 of the APAN STAR AWARDS
we will be presenting awards for the Best Actor in a Short and Web Dramas
Excellence in Mid-length Dramas, and the Grand Prize for Best Drama
We will also present the Special Contribution Award, Screenplay Award
Best Director Award, Best Picture Award, and the prestigious Grand Prize
Let's meet the many protagonists now!
Yes, it seems we can start soon
First, we will present the award for Best Actor in a Short Web Drama
which delivers creative and differentiated content with various themes
The influence of short web dramas is growing
and with the emergence of diverse audiences
challenges in new genres
are happening more boldly
The award will be presented by last year's winners
Lee Chanhyung and Kim Yerim. Please welcome them with applause
Please present the award
Hello, I’m Lee Chanhyung
Welcome
Hello, I’m Kim Yerim
Nice to meet you
We worked together on the movie "Next" this year
so it’s nice to meet you here at this awards ceremony
Indeed, as we filmed a mystery horror genre
it feels a bit awkward standing here in such a glamorous venue
Chanhyung, you debuted in a web drama, right?
Yes, I debuted in a web drama called "Refill"
So, what do you think is the charm of web dramas?
I think the biggest advantage is being able to deliver
a highly concentrated story in a short amount of time
It's easy to access and you can watch it anytime and anywhere
is the greatest charm
What do you think is the charm of short web dramas, Yerim?
I think the charm is, similar to the project I worked on last year
"Cheongdam International High School"
which doesn't end in season one but...
Don't just read the script, tell us how you really feel
You don't have to read the script as written
What do you think is the charm of web dramas?
I believe, similar to the project I worked on last year
"Cheongdam International High School"
It doesn't end with season one
people don't stop showing love
and remember those is an advantage
Well done
I debuted in a short web drama, and Yerim received an award
Now we're presenting together
It seems we have a deep connection
I'm very nervous
This year, I wonder who will form a perfect partnership like us
Let's first look at the male nominees on the screen
Best Actor in a Short/Web Drama
"Tyrant" from Disney+
Kim Seonho
"Drama Stage" from tvN O'PENing
Lee Sangwoon
"Spice Up Our Love" from TVING
Lee Sangyi
"The Pork Cutlets" from MBC
Jung Sanghoon
Best Actor in a Short/Web Drama
Kim Seon-ho / Lee Sang-woon Lee Sang-yi / Jung Sang-hoon
Some of my favorite actors are nominated
Yerim, please announce the winner
The 2024 SEOULCON APAN Star Awards
Best Actor in a Short/Web Drama goes to
Congratulations, Lee Sang-woon!
Congratulations
Lee Sang-woon delivered a perfect performance as Park Young-jin
in "Drama Stage" from tvN O'PENing
evoking deep empathy with his nuanced emotions
Congratulations once again, Lee Sang-woon
We will now present the bouquet and trophy to the winner
Thank you
Please share your words
Hello
It's my first time at such an award ceremony, so I'm a quite nervous
I'm actor Lee Sang-woon, honored to receive this award
for the one-act drama "Drama Stage" from tvN O'PENing
We filmed "Drama Stage" in early summer
Though brief, it was a powerful and joyful experience
I thank Director Kim Nakyung for creating such a wonderful set
and Writer Kim Minyoung for crafting this excellent piece
I'm also grateful to my fellow actors who made the set comfortable
and offered valuable advice
Jung Young, Ahn Naesang, Jiha
and Yikyung who's sitting right in front of me
My partner, actress Hayoung
And all the staff who made filming enjoyable
I am truly grateful to all of you
I deeply love my agency, Good Friends
who always support and encourage me
CEO Park Yeonjung, Directors Kyungyoon, Jungil, and Manil
and Choi Yeonho
Taeyoung and Hyein, who always help me
Today, thanks to Chief Sunmi and Sunyoung for this beautiful outfit
And Sehee and Minji
for the lovely hair and makeup, thank you
This is my first time at an award ceremony
I may attend more in the future
I have many people to thank, so I prepared a list
May I continue?
Did you anticipate winning?
I've been always told that actor should always be prepared
Well done
Thank you
This tie is a bit tight, making me emotional
First, to my beloved parents, my pride
Thank you for raising us three brothers upright
To my supportive parents-in-law
thank you
My twin brother, Woni, my other half
And to my most respected older brother, I love you
And I will continue
To my sister-in-law, Chanhee, Aunt Seona, Seonmi, uncles, cousins
Seonhee, brothers, sisters-in-law, brother-in-law, Eunkyung, and Annie
To my niece, Seojin, who loved the gift yesterday, I love you
Who always think of ways to support me
To Kyungtae, Jungsang, Subin, Soyoon, and Heedong, thank you
I can't see the text well; just a moment, please
To my friends, Sungjae, Sehyung, Kwangwon, and Chunsung, I love you
To my 'Mapdakgara' friends, I love you
To my dog, Haerang, who had leg surgeries twice last year
Stay healthy and with us
for a long time
To my dear mentor, Youngju, I love you
To mentor Hyunchul, I deeply respect and love you
Lastly, I'm always sorry for not being able to do more
Finally, to my best friend, colleague
and my biggest blessing, my wife Kim Bojung
I will share all the joy of today with you
I will work hard to become a healthy actor
who can share positive energy with others, thank you
Congratulations
Sincere congratulations
He mentioned this is his first awards ceremony today
Indeed
I hope we can hear these heartfelt acknowledgments more often
I look forward to seeing you frequently at awards ceremonies
Congratulations once again
Let’s give him a big round of applause
Congratulations
Now, let’s take a look at the nominees for Best Actress
Best Actress in Short Film/ Web Drama
"Drama Stage" from tvN O'PENing
Kim Jungyoung
"The Pork Cutlets" from MBC
Jeon Hyebin
"Grand Shining Hotel" from tvN O'PENing
Jung Insun
"Spice Up Our Love" from TVING
Han Jihyun
Best Actress in Short Film/Web Drama
Kim Jung-yong / Jeon Hye-bin Jung In-sun / Han Ji-hyun
Please make the announcement
Chanhyung, please present the winner
2024 SeoulCon APAN Star Awards
The winner of the Best Actress Award for Short Film/ Web Drama goes to
Congratulations to Jung Insun
Congratulations!
Jung In-sun on "Grand Shining Hotel" from tvN O'PENing
enriched the work with her acting that transcended genres
and elevated its completeness
Congratulations Jung In-sun!
We will present Jung In-sun with a bouquet and trophy
Congratulations. Let’s hear her acceptance speech
Hello, this Jung In-sun
First of all, everyone who has joined us despite the cold weather
And the APAN Awards associates
I would like to express my heartfelt gratitude
I think we filmed this from late summer to fall last year
Though it was a short film
It was a very intense, dream-like project for me
I had imagined and wanted to try some things and
was able to express many things
which was truly a precious time for me
I thought after the broadcast ended that another project just ended
thinking that it just passed
Now that I’ve received this award
I believe this will be an even more meaningful memory
I truly want to thank you once again
I give credit to my colleagues
Director Myung Heonwoo, Writer Park Sehyun
and Jihoon, Jaekyung, Jinwoon, Raon
also the talented Seo Yewha whom I greatly admire
and also out Blitzway family who have been with me today
CEO Bae Seongung, CEO Hong Mingi
And Directors Lee Suyeon and Sangseok
And to my long-time friend, Manager Jo Mingi
I want to express my gratitude
I’m not great at multitasking, so whenever I'm working, I disappear
But every time, my family continuously supported me
And my precious friends
I want to say that I’m truly grateful, thank you
Congratulations, we'll now escort you back to your seat
We’ll be looking forward to new approaches in Short/Web Dramas
This prize is made through a long process
The Best Acting Award for Long-Form Drama
The award will be presented by Joo Jonghyuk and Shin Eunsoo
Please give a round of applause
Hello this is Joo Jonghyuk
Hello this is Shin Eunsoo
Eunsoo, last year we awarded the Short Film Best Acting Award
and this year, we're presenting the Long-Form Best Acting Award
Eunsoo, have you ever acted in a long-form drama before?
Not yet
If I get the chance I really want to act in one
If you act in a long-form drama which has a long process
Actors and directors, writers and all staff are said to
become like family during the production
I'd love to experience that myself someday
I also haven’t been in a long-form drama before
If I get the chance, I'd also love to act in one
Directors and writers, we will be waiting
Korean drama has been continuously recognized globally
The recent project you starred in "Light Shop"
I cried a lot watching it
In the Disney+ TV Show category
it achieved a worldwide rank of #2
And also 1st place in Taiwan and Hong Kong
It received great attention from viewers around the world
How do you feel?
Congratulations
Thank you. I feel so good
Everyone worked so hard filming the project
And since it received global love
I think I’m mostly thankful
Then, Jonghyuk
what do you think is the reason for K-drama’s popularity?
Unique material, creative and solid storyline
and the acting skills from each actor
took the hearts of people from all around the world
Right, and I think not only the projects
but also the actor’s global expansion is
also a contribution to K-drama’s popularity
I heard that you're also participating in a Japanese drama this time
I think that "Extraordinary Attorney Woo"
won the first place in Japan’s Netflix
It seems that I was able to participate
because of the warm love I've received
Congratulations
Thank you, I ask for your continued interest and support
Congratulations
Now, shall we present the award
for Best Actor in a Long-Form Drama at the Global K-Drama Awards?
Let's first meet the male nominees on the screen
Best Actor in a Long-Form Drama Award
Kim Dong-jun / Seo Jun-young / Yoon Seon-woo Lee Won-jong / Ji Seung-hyun
I don't think anyone would disagree with who receives this award
Eunsoo, please announce the winner
The 2024 SeoulCon APAN Star Awards
The Best Actor in a Long-Form Drama Award goes to
Kim Dongjun, congratulations!
Congratulations
Kim Dongjun portrayed Hyeonjong in "Korea–Khitan War" from KBS2
depicting his growth with delicate emotional depth
increasing the immersion of the drama
Dongjun, congratulations once again
The trophy and bouquet are being presented to him
Shall we hear your acceptance speech?
Hello, this is Kim Dongjun, who played the role of Hyeonjong
in "Korea-Khitan War" from late last year to early this year
Nice to meet you all
I am truly honored to receive such a meaningful award
and just being nominated alongside great actors
Wonjong and Seunghyun is already a huge honor
It seems like they sent the youngest to receive it
Thank you so much
First, I want to thank the viewers who loved "Korea-Khitan War"
Also, I want to thank the director, the writer, the staffs
all the actors who worked hard
and all the viewers
I sincerely appreciate it
And on my way here today, I contacted someone
There was a character called Kang Gamchan to Hyeonjong
and there is an amazing mentor named Choi Soojong to me
Today, it happens to be his birthday
So, I want to take this opportunity to thank my mentor
and wish you a happy birthday
Also, a big thank you to CEO Hwang and Rai, who came with me
and to my hardworking manager, Taehoon
I also want to sincerely thank my makeup artist, Hayoung
who told me to mention her name if I win this award
I will continue to learn and work hard
and I look forward to greeting you often, thank you
Congratulations, let’s escort him back to his seat
It seems like December 28th is a lucky day
I think so
Many stars were born on this day
Let’s continue with the presentation
Thank you
Next is the Best Actress Award in Long-Form Drama category
Let’s meet the female nominees
The Best Actress in Long-Form Drama Award
Oh Hyun-kyung / Lee Hyo-na / Yoon Hae-young Lim Joo-eun / Cha Hwa-yeon
Please announce the winner, Jonghyuk
The 2024 SeoulCon APAN Star Awards
The winner of the Best Actress in Long-Form Drama Award goes to
Congratulations, Oh Hyun-kyung
Congratulations
Oh Hyun-kyung led the drama
with her deep acting skills in "Suji & Uri" from KBS1
by enhancing the overall quality of the work
Congratulations, Oh Hyun-kyung
They're now presenting the trophy and bouquet
to the winner, Oh Hyun-kyung
Please give her a round of applause, everyone
There are so many people who deserve this award
Thank you for giving me this precious award
I’m doing the work I’ve always dreamed of and working happily
in such a wonderful company
I am very happy
I love long-form dramas
In the past, actors and directors would come together
share lunch, and eat together during such times
but while working on this drama
I’ve learned what true affection between actors is
and why we must unite
Director Park Kihyun, Director Bae Eunhye, Writer Nam Sunhye
When you trusted me and said I was your first pick
I felt like I had conquered the world
Though I have many shortcomings, I’m grateful for your trust in me
To be a good mother—honestly, I don’t think I am such a great mom
But I’m thankful for being able to
portray the image of a mother who raises us
Through "Suji & Uri," I’ve learned about the true meaning of motherhood
the sacrifices mothers make, and their patience and endurance
I've been able to grow a lot through this work
I got this award in a long time
I believe this award is given so I can thank those I'm grateful for
I’ll say thank you to them as well
I get up early every day for work
Coming out every day for over 10 years, at least five times a week
I thank my makeup artist Saerom, who does my makeup beautifully
Director Seo Eunmi, who is a great hair stylist, and other staffs
Hyunjoo, Yoojin, Yoojung, I’m so grateful for you all
Also, the members of Ghost company
Whenever I ask something, they always say
"Just do whatever you want"
The people at our company
who have helped me in every way possible
And those who always made sure I could wear beautiful clothes
They made sure I always had beautiful outfits for the things I do
I thank Director Ji Chunhee and Director Kim Youngmi
It's not easy to get sponsored nowadays, so thank you very much
Above all, my coordinator but more like my manager
Director Byun Hyunsook, who takes care of me like her sister
I want to say thank you and I love you
While working, the staff and the actors, too
my acquaintances by my side, Manager Geunsu
I want to thank those who prioritize me, support me
and always tell me I'm the best
Without them, I wouldn't be where I am here today
I also want to thank my friends
who always check my expressions and reach out
I appreciate your care
your encouragement
and the courage you've given me
I want to thank my mom and my younger sister
who faces some health challenges
If it weren't for their love
I wouldn't have been able to work so hard
I am happily working now because of them
I also have my daughter sitting there, waving at me
She came to support me since I'm winning an award
She's holding a phone with something on it
Thank you, and your mom looks pretty today
I also want to say I'm sorry
I've been following my dream since I was young
but when my daughter said she wanted to act
I told her to go to college and study instead
So, she struggled a lot because of that, and I want to tell her that
while studying hard, you should also follow your dreams
Even when there are times of frustration
I want you to always find courage and never give up
Through my daughter, I have learned about life
I've learned that the world should be more beautiful and more generous
I've learned that I need to become a kinder mother
a more respected person, and a better adult
And I'm so grateful to receive this award, which allows me to speak
Congratulations, Oh Hyunkyung and Kim Dongjun
I congratulate both for winning an award
My sincere congratulations
Next, we have the Best Acting in a Mid-Length Drama Award
Cho Hanchul and Um Jiwon will be with us
Let's greet them with applause
Hello, it's Cho Hanchul
Hello, it's Um Jiwon
We met each other in the movie "The Cursed: Dead Man's Prey" in 2021
It's such a great feeling to see you on stage as a presenter
after such a long time
Yes, me too
Last year, you won your first award after 25 years since your debut
Yes, therefore this stage means a lot to me
I am so honored to present the winner today
Since I was so nervous last year
I thought I wouldn't be nervous presenting an award this time, but I am
You've been incredibly active this year
starring in both movies and dramas
From "Love Next Door," "Queen Woo," "Uprising,"
to "My Name Is Loh Kiwan," you've been very active
Is there anything that you regret despite all?
I think most actors will feel that way
I always had a regret
I regret it a lot in my bed overthinking it
Then I try hard again and have regrets again
then I try hard, I this is how it's done
I heard that there's a line of projects waiting for you, Jiwon
Can you tell us more about that?
Yes, this year I just kept working hard
I think you'll see me on the KBS weekend drama
"For Eagle Brothers"
in February next year
I filmed a mystery romance historical drama
called "TanGeum," which will be streamed on Netflix
So, you'll see me a lot next year
Please remember and look forward to it, everyone
I look forward to it as well
Now, for the Best Actor Award
There are so many talented, competent actors
I'm also really curious about who will win the award
Let's meet the nominees first
Please show us
The Best Actor in Mid-Length Drama Award
"Black Out" from MBC
Byun Yohan
"Flex X Cop" from SBS
Ahn Bohyun
"Chief Detective 1958" from MBC
Lee Donghwi
"Marry My Husband" from tvN
Lee Yikyung
"Knight Flower" from MBC
Lee Jongwon
The Best Actor in Mid-Length Drama Award
Byun Yohan/ Ahn Bohyun/ Lee Donghwi Lee Yikyung/ Lee Jongwon
It must have been difficult to choose the winner
Jiwon, please announce the winner
The Best Actor in Mid-Length Drama Award goes to
Lee Yikyung
Congratulations!
Actor Lee Yikyung on "Marry My Husband" from tvN
played the role of Park Minhwan being pathetic
flawlessly portrayed anger
showing his unique presence
Congratulations again to Lee Yikyung
We would like to hear your acceptance speech
Hello, this is Lee Yikyung
Usually, people mention many people they're grateful for
which is also great
but for example, when I say thank you to Lee Woongbum and Kim Heeja
you wouldn’t know them, but they are my parents
Of course, first and foremost, I would like to thank
the cast of "Marry My Husband"and the people I am most grateful to are
the judges who selected me
among these prominent nominees
The way for actors to meet each other is
through working together on a project
When I come to an awards ceremony, there are people I’m happy to greet
because I’ve seen them before, and others I wanted to meet
but couldn’t work with on a project, so I only get to say hello here
Today, I said hello to Kim Taeri, and she knew who I was
It’s an honor
I sincerely thank the judges for allowing us to meet here today
I also want to say thank you because
Jung Insun, whom I thought I might never meet again
but the judges made it possible
Congratulations to Jung Insun on your award
This award holds more meaning for me because
I have done a lot of comedy and variety shows
and many people think of me in that way
However, winning an award for acting in a villainous role
is very meaningful to me. I am incredibly grateful
Today must be a special day because it’s my mother’s birthday
If anyone wonders
why I won the Best Actor Award
please go watch "Marry My Husband"
Thank you
Congratulations, Lee Yikyung
Congratulations
My shoes are too big on me
but I want to thank you for the humorous and heartfelt speech
Now, let’s meet the nominees
for the Best Actress in a Medium-Length Drama category
The Best Actress in a Medium-Length Drama Award
"Sweet Home Season 2" from Netflix
"The Frog" from Netflix
Go Minsi
"The Judge from Hell" from SBS
Park Shinhye
"Jeongnyeoni" from tvN
Shin Yeeun
"Queen of tears" from tvN
Lee Misook
"Your honor" from ENA
"Jeongnyeoni" from tvN
Jung Eunchae
The Best Actress in a Medium-Length Drama Award
Go Minsi/ Park Shinhye/ Shin Yeeun Lee Misook/ Jung Eunchae
The nominees are from works
I enjoyed watching this year
Please announce the winner
I will
The 2024 Seoulcon APAN Star Awards
The Best Actress in a Medium-Length Drama Award goes to
Jung Eunchae, congratulations!
Jung Eunchae received attention for her contrasting characters
in "Your Honor" and "Jeongnyeoni"
showing her versatility
Once again, congratulations to Jung Eunchae
She is being presented with the trophy and flowers
Please give her another round of applause
Hello, I am Jung Eunchae
I feel sorry for
not coming dressed as a prince today
Thank you so much for the overwhelming love
and support for the projects I was part of this year
I believe it's because of that, I’m receiving this precious award
I am truly grateful
I am so nervous
Today, I want to especially congratulate the
"Jeongnyeoni" team, who were nominated in several categories
It was an honor to work with you all
The unfamiliar but beautiful path of "Jeongnyeoni"
was opened by Director Jeong Jiin and Writer Choi Hyobi
I am truly grateful for them
To Taeri, who made it possible
to share this moment together
I may not have expressed it well because of my shyness
but I was incredibly happy that you were Jeongnyeoni
Thank you, Taeri
Lastly, to my beloved family and friends
especially my irreplaceable friend
Park Jinsun
who was always there for me through my ups and downs
I dedicate this honor to you, thank you sincerely
Congratulations, Eunchae Let's welcome her back to the seats
At the Seoulcon APAN Star Awards, we met Jung Eunchae
who won the Best Actress in a Medium-Length Drama Award
Dramas capture the full spectrum of emotions
and the stars here today have given us
all those feelings
However, the actors present here tonight
I hope you have fun and enjoy this moment
Congratulations again to all the awardees, thank you
Yes, congratulations
Shall we take a break?
Shall we?
Anyway, performances are the best part of the award ceremonies
Let me introduce who's in the backstage getting ready
The shining stars on the stage, UNIS
Please welcome them with a big round of applause
'Only You Don't Know' by UNIS
Find "myself" inside me and break it
It's a song that contains UNIS' determination to become a new "me"
The powerful electronic guitar sound and addictive melody are impressive
I got to see the ending fairy that I've only heard about
Everyone, please give UNIS a big round of applause
They're so cool
Thank you
The next category is for the award that goes to the script writer
behind the backbone of a great drama - the screenplay
Jung Ilwoo and Park Sojin will be presenting the award
Please give them a round of applause
Hello, I'm Jung Ilwoo
Hello, I'm Park Sojin
Jung Ilwoo, you came as the MC for the 2022 APAN Star Awards
And you're here as a presenter this year
So can we expect you as the winner for the upcoming year?
That would be great
Sojin, the one you worked recently
I enjoyed watching your "Cinderella at 2AM"
Thank you
I read an article that you're doing good deeds these days
Going back and forth across Korea and overseas
It was so cool to hear that you're working on a global piece
Is there a character you want to try in the future?
I'm a rookie actor, Jung Ilwoo, nice to meet you
I hope there will be more works and more stories
released in the world next year
I look forward to seeing you acting in a good work
Because there are lines that are like gemstones
I think characters that are loved by viewers can be born
The category we're going to present today is the Best Screenplay Award
This year, there were a lot of works that stood out with good scenarios
So I'm more curious about who will win this award
Let me announce the award Let's meet the nominees first
The Best Screenplay Award
"The Midnight Romance in Hagwon" from tvN
Park Kyunghwa
"Queen of Tears" from tvN
Park Jieun
"Daily Dose of Sunshine" from Netflix
Lee Namkyu
"Lovely Runner" from tvN
Lee Sieun
"Good Partner" from SBS
Choi Yuna
"Jeongnyeon: The Star is Born" from tvN
Choi Hyobi
The Best Screenplay Award
Park Kyunghwa / Park Jieun / Lee Namgyu Lee Sieun / Choi Yuna / Choi Hyobi
They were great works that the viewers loved
Sojin, please announce the winner
The 2024 SeoulCon APAN Star Awards, the Best Screenplay Award
Choi Yuna, Congratulations
Choi Yuna captivated the audience
with her realistic and reliable episodes
based on real-life experiences, in the SBS drama "Good Partner"
which tells the story of a divorce lawyer
Congratulations once again
They will present her with a trophy and a bouquet of flowers
It was a drama that received a lot of love
First of all, I would like to sincerely thank the viewers
Who watched and loved "Good Partner"
And to the viewers
For giving me this opportunity to thank the viewers
Thank you very much to the APAN staff
Studio NNEW, who first proposed writing to me
And made me a writer
Producer Shin Yoona, CEO Lee Seungwon
Director Shin Daesik and former CEO Jang Kyungik
Youngae, Yonghoon, Yeji, Suyeon, thank you so much and I love you
And thank you so much to the SBS staff
All the actors including Jang Nara, whom I respect so much
And all the staff including Director Kim Garam
I sincerely thank you all
It's a story about how I felt during my 13 years as a lawyer
So I think a lot of people loved it
I am well aware that
I lack the ability and qualification as a writer
So, I believe this award is not just for me, Choi Yuna
but for the entire "Good Partner" team
I hope this thought eases my feelings of guilt a little
I've been writing thousands of pages in the last six years
I've been feeling really desperately lately how happy those times were
That were buried in the text
I will never forget the summer of 2024
To the viewers who loved "Good Partner"
Thank you once again
Congratulations
I think it’s even more meaningful since this moment is
when your new challenge is being recognized wonderfully
That's awesome
Next up is the Best Director Award
presented to the captain of the drama, the director
Kim Hyunwoo, CEO of the Seoul Business Agency, will present the award
Please give him a round of applause
Hello, I'm Kim Hyunwoo, CEO of the Seoul Business Agency
It feels like only yesterday
that I said hello to you standing here last year
A year has already passed
This year has been a year of many events and difficulties
Nevertheless, K-content is becoming
more and more loved around the world
Now, the content industry is a great force
that leads the economy and future of Korea
On top of that, the directors' rich imagination
and outstanding directing skills make the work shine even more
I'm very curious who will win this year
Let's meet the nominees first
The Best Director Award
MBC "Doubt"
Song Yeonhwa
tvN "Lovely Runner"
Yoon Jongho
Coupang Play "Boyhood"
Lee Myungwoo
tvN "Jeongnyeon: The Star is Born"
Jung Jiyin
The Best Director Award
Song Yeonhwa / Yoon Jongho / Lee Myungwoo Jun Woosung / Jung Jiyin
The 2024 SEOULCON APAN Star Awards, the Best Director Award goes to
I stayed up all night watching this
Lee Myungwoo
Congratulations
Lee Myungwoo created a drama that encompasses generations by
showcasing a variety of retro-sentimental attractions
and natural comedies that stimulate nostalgia
in Coupang Play's "Boyhood"
Congratulations once again
We'll give the trophy and bouquet to Director Lee Myungwoo
We'd like to hear your acceptance speech
Hello, I'm Director Lee Myungwoo who directed "Boyhood"
I don't know if I'm allowed to receive such a big award
It looks cool when it comes to directing
When we started, from the time we planned it until it was aired
Will this drama be a hit?
Will I be able to appeal to the viewers?
Will people like the story of Chungcheong-do dialect?
I was very scared and nervous about this work
Thank you to The Studio M family
CEO Yoo Jinoh, Director Kwon Woonhwa, Lee Woojin, and Ahn Yoosun
And Producer Jo Jihan
You always shed tears and sweat with me
so I was able to finish it well
When we're full of will to make a good work
Which platform to go to is a big headache
for the directors and production team
I had a hard time
I'd like to take this opportunity to thank Coupang Play
for holding our hands tightly at the time
Personally, we filmed "Boyhood" for 53 days
from June to August, which was the hottest, so it was really hot
I go back home and I knock out
I want to say thank you to my daughter, Lee Ari
who came up like a cat and cheered me on
saying that I'm the best
I didn't express it well, but I want to thank my beloved wife
When you said "You're the best!"
I didn't tell you, but that gave me a lot of strength
I really want to say thank you through this opportunity
Director Tim Burton said that
It is an actor who makes a director's dream come true
No matter how good a director has a vision and a world view,
I think it's possible
through the actors to express that
Thank you to all the actors who worked really hard
to get into the world view that "Boyhood" created
Yim Siwan, Lee Sunbin, Lee Siwoo, Kang Hyewon
Including Jungjin and Seo Hyunchul, who received the award
I think "Boyhood" was created thanks to the hard work
of all actors who have not yet been called
I will work harder
to become a good director
At the end of 2026
we'll try our best to come back to you
with a more fun, moving, and new "Boyhood 2"
Please look forward to it and give us a lot of support, thank you
Congratulations, please come to your seat
It's a scoop I'll look forward to "Boyhood 2"
I'm so glad that he told us the exact timing
I'm looking forward to it and congratulations once again
Next up if the Special Achievement Award to those who has been
an inspiration not only to the public but also to fellow actors
Let's watch the video of the winner of the Special Achievement Award
It's so hard, but what I love the most is "Acting"
I dream of becoming an actor again in my next life
Kim Youngok, a master of acting who made Korea shine
Debuting as a voice actor in 1961
she drew attention by singing many animation characters
with her unique bright and powerful voice
After that, she started to become an actress
From her debut, Actress Kim Youngok has impressed viewers
with outstanding performances
bridging generations and playing key roles in her works
By staying true to my roles and taking on anything without hesitation
I have come this far to where I am today
She solidified her status as the nation’s mom and grandma
through strong, seasoned performances
in numerous works like "Old Miss Diary"
"Coffee Prince," and "Dear My Friends"
Not only in dramas but also in variety shows and commercials
a resurgence of her prime in her 80s
Her tireless passion and constant challenges across various fields
inspire not only her colleagues but also the public
(Acting) is simply the journey of my life
I’ve never lived a life apart from acting..
My life itself is about acting..
A fearless, ever-evolving actress
We support the acting journey she will continue to carve ahead
The winner of the Special Achievement Award is actress Kim Youngok
Congratulations
Kim Youngok has devoted 67 years to acting
offering heartfelt comfort to the public with sincere performances
at every moment, leaving a true legacy as an actress
Please welcome her with an even warmer round of applause, thank you
Nice to meet you everyone
From the back, I can see that a lot of preparations have been made
I just showed the various activities I’ve been involved in
so you probably saw how much work I’ve done throughout my life
It seems like I’m really lucky this year; this is my third award
I’ve received the Special Achievement Award twice
and even though I tried my hand at acting in films
I won the Best Actress Award at the Seoul International Film Festival
Even so, awards are always a form of praise
and it’s wonderful to receive them, no matter how old you get
Today, I just want to say thank you
for giving me this opportunity to meet all of you
Since this is an event that covers various dramas
I’d like to share that
in a KBS program called "Old Miss Diary"
fans have grown older with me over the years
celebrating the 1st, 5th, 10th, 15th, and 20th anniversaries
In mid-November, they held a party for me
Seeing the dedication of those fans
I realize there must be a reason for our existence
I truly want to express my gratitude to them for being here today
Another thing is, as actors
we wouldn’t exist without our fans
In that sense, I want to express my gratitude to them as well
We will continue to work hard to become great actors
who can share the joys and sorrows with viewers’ hearts
You might be wondering how much time I have left to talk
but as for retirement, I won’t mention that word
If I can't go on because I forget my lines, that's when I'll retire
So, with that, I want to say to all of you
keep your hope in your hearts
always strive to improve
I wish you all a long reign as great actors
I hope everyone, both viewers and my colleagues
stay healthy and happy in the coming year
Congratulations
We look forward to your continued active involvement in the future
Congratulations
Thank you, Kim Youngok
for always giving such wonderful energy
I once had the honor of portraying a mother in a work alongside her
I wish you good health
Let’s continue
with the 2024 Seoulcon APAN Star Awards
The next award is for the Top Excellence Actor in a Long-Form Drama
The award will be presented by Han Sangjin and Cheon Yeju
Let’s welcome them with a round of applause
Hello, I’m actor Han Sangjin
Hello, my name is Cheon Yeju
Every year, as the year-end approaches
I’ve always nurtured my dream of becoming an actress
by watching the shining mentors at award ceremonies
I am truly happy to be standing in the place I’ve always dreamed of
Thank you very much
Thank you for reading the script so well
I am also very honored to be able to present
an award here at the APAN event today
Especially this year, there were so many great works
and captivating characters
They asked me to make sure to ask you if there's a character
you think you would've done well if you'd played?
There's a character I really liked and used to imitate a lot at home
I really loved the character Moon Okkyung
played by Jung Eunchae in the drama "Jeongnyeon"
and I used to imitate it often
Coincidentally, Jung Eunchae won an award today
If it’s not too much to ask
would you mind showing that famous line in your own style?
I’m nervous, but I’ll give it a try
Please give a big round of applause, everyone
Everyone, give her a round of applause
In fact, it’s not easy to do this in a setting like this
-It’s exactly the same, completely identical -I’m shocked
I thought I was watching "Jeongnyeon"
I agree
I’m really looking forward to your future performances
Seeing this side of Yeju today
many directors and writers will take an interest
Thank you
Then, shall we go ahead and announce the winner?
The Top Excellence Actor in a Long-Form Drama Award
Let’s first take a look at the nominees on the screen
The Top Excellence Actor in a Long-Form Drama Award
Kim Junghyun/ Baek Sunghyun/ Um Kijoon Ji Hyunwoo/Choi Soojong
Such outstanding nominees!
It is so hard to predict today’s winner
Yeju, you will be announcing the winner
and I was just standing here
since this is such a important award
it is building tension until the end
I’m so nervous, so nervous
It might have changed right now, making it even more nerve-wracking
Right
Will you announce the winner, Yeju?
Yes, I will
You’ve received the envelope for the male category, right?
This is the charm of live broadcast, isn’t it?
I will hand it over to you
Thank you
The 2024 SeoulCon APAN Star Awards
The Top Excellence Actor in a Long-Form Drama Award goes to
I am even more nervous
Congratulations, Ji Hyunwoo
Ji Hyunwoo was in KBS2 "Beauty and Mr. Romantic"
playing the role of a passionate, fresh newcomer, Go Pilseung
portraying delicate inner acting
along with the charm of a straightforward man
Congratulations, Ji Hyunwoo
Let’s hear your acceptance speech
I was worried about the height of the microphone
It’s alright
Hello, nice to meet you, I am Ji Hyunwoo
Congratulations
Last winter I started the script reading
and filmed throughout spring, summer, and fall
It seems like when working on a weekend drama
it takes almost a year to complete
For continuously conceiving and writing all 50 episodes in a tiny room
I would like to thank Writer Kim Sakyung and the writing team
Directer Hong Seokku, who directed the work
and Director Hong Eunmi, Director Kim Kyuyoung
and Director Kim Seunghwan, who handled the cinematography
I debuted in 2004 with a youth drama at first
and for working with me since then
thank you to Byungsung
Hyukku, Jimin, Nayeon, and Sia
I would like to say thank you all
As I sit here at the awards ceremony today, listening to the speeches
I often thought that those speeches really reflected my own feelings
I related to them a lot
When I first started this job for about 10 years
I didn't think twice; I just went for it
and acted in front of the camera confidently
And then after that, I thought, “Is this right?”
After reading once, then reading again
I felt different feelings, and thought that this might not be right
and when I read it before the shoot
I felt some other feelings
I think I used to feel nervous when I received the schedule at the set
"I’m not ready yet; I hope this scene gets delayed a bit"
with these thoughts in mind, I went to the set
Recently I walked the Jeju Olle trail
In the past, with Ji Changwook being here
in the village where I filmed the drama "Welcome to Samdal-ri"
I had filmed a movie with Go Dooshim
On my way back after saying hello to the diver lady there
the diver lady's age is now 70
But she still dives into the sea
While we were heading somewhere together, she looked at the sea
and said, "Ah, the sea is beautiful"
And I wonder how she could still find it so beautiful
after diving into the sea every day
Her words left a deep impression on me
When I filmed with Go Dooshim
she would say, "I love being on set"
"It always feel like I'm having fun on set"
she told me these words
From now on, I won’t only be afraid
and will try to like the set scene more and more
and become an actor like that, thank you
Congratulations again, Ji Hyunwoo
Continuing on, the Top Excellence Actress in a Long-Form Drama Award
Let’s take a look at the nominees on the screen together
The Top Excellence Actress in a Long-Form Drama Award
Geum Saerok/ Um Hyunkyung/ Uee Im Soohyang/Ham Eunjung
Please announce the winner
The 2024 SeoulCon APAN Star Awards
The Top Excellence Actress in a Long-Form Drama Award
Before announcing I really wanted to say this
Congratulations to Kim Seungwoo
being elected as the president of the Korea Little Baseball Association
Suddenly?
I really wanted to make this greeting myself
Thank you
Congraulations, please give him a round of applause
Thank you
I will announce it now
The 2024 SeoulCon APAN Star Awards
The Top Excellence Actress in a Long-Form Drama Award goes to
Congratulations, Lim Soohyang
Congratulations
Lim Soohyang in KBS2 "Beauty and Romantic"
portrayed a character who lost her memory due to an accident
and conveyed the complex emotional changes in detail
increased the drama's immersion
Congratulations again to Lim Soohyang
I will now present the trophy and bouquet
You look even more beautiful today
Let's hear her acceptance speech
First of all, I’m very grateful for receiving such an honorable award
"Beauty and Romantic" was a project where
I played the role of Park Dora
who suffers from amnesia during the story
I got to play many difference characters due to the memory loss
Acting was so challenging because I didn't know how to approach it
What would Dora be like when 10% of her memory returns?
or when 20% of her memory returns?
It was so difficult that I went to study rooms
and lately, I heard that people go study cafes
so I went to study cafes to practice
It felt like preparing
for an acting exam
I want to thank my co-star, Ji Hyunwoo, who always supported me
And I also want to congratulate him on his award
It felt like I was a high school senior preparing for exams
but now I feel so happy to have received such a great result
I thank Director Hong Seokku, Writer Kim Sakyung
and Manager Jung Seungwon who always supported me
Myungji, Jisoo, Eunhee and Sangmi, thank you all
I had to go through many styling changes since I'm doing dual roles
Director Hyesun, Director Sua, Manager Fuji
and now I cannot recall the name
Take your time to think about it
Manager Sunhee, thank you so much
And I sincerely thank CEO Hwang Yong of FN Entertainment
Also, thank you to my family. My father is currently ill
and I hope mom and dad stay strong at the hospital
while watching me receive this award
I will continue to work hard and become a better actress
And because Joowon, who won the Best Youth Actor award, promoted it
I couldn't not do it after that
I will be coming back with a play called "Diary of the Sea Village"
so please look forward to this
Thank you all, and I wish you a happy new year
Congratulations
"Diary of the Sea Village" has come to an end successfully
I was really sad that I wasn't able to watch it
but I'm happy to hear this welcoming story
Please look forward to "Diary of the Sea Village," and congratulations again
Moving onto the Top Excellence Acting in a Mid-length Drama category
The award will be presented by last year's winner, Ryu Seungryong
Please welcome him with applause
Looking amazing
Hello, I’m actor Ryu Seungryong
When there's a mountain, it's a mountain view When there's a river, it's a river view
When there's you, I love you
The reaction is wonderful
For the men, powerful, for the women, beautiful
For "Moving," it's Kang Full
Last year, I received so much love from "Moving"
I am so grateful to stand here again
Korea’s culture and arts
have been loved globally year after year
I am so proud of it and it’s truly remarkable
Our actors have undergone
amazing transformations this year and I'm looking forward to it
First, let's take a look at the nominees
for the 2024 Top Excellence Actor in a Mid-length Drama Award
The Top Excellence Actor in a Mid-length Drama Award
tvN "Queen of Tears"
Kim Soohyun
tvN "Lovely Runner"
Byeon Wooseok
Coupang Play "Boyhood"
Yim Siwan
SBS "Connection"
Jisung
JTBC "Welcome to Samdal-ri"
Ji Changwook
The Top Excellence Actor in a Mid-length Drama Award
Kim Soohyun/Byeon Wooseok/Yim Siwan Jisung/Ji Changwook
The names alone show how fierce the competition is
The 2024 SeoulCon APAN Star Awards
The Top Excellence Actor in a Mid-length Drama Award
The award goes to
Congratulations, Ji Changwook
Ji Changwook in JTBC "Welcome to Samdal-ri"
demonstrated heartwarming performances every episode
and earned him high praise for being the epitome of a healing romance
He has also delivered powerful performances in "The Worst Evil,"
"Queen Woo," and "Gangnam B-side"
winning the love of fans through his roles this year
Congratulations again, Ji Changwook
Hello, this is Ji Changwook
First of all, thank you so much for this award
Looking at the nominees
I really think I should be truly grateful to the judges
I think it's a day where I feel a lot of gratitude
I guess it's also because it's the end of the year lately
And there are so many award ceremonies during the season
In fact, today isn't really any more special than the other days
But for some reason, I've been having a lot of thoughts lately
There are so many people I need to be grateful for
From now on, even on ordinary days
I feel like I should live in a way that expresses my gratitude more often
I'd like to thank when working on "Welcome to Samdali"
My beloved Samdal-ri team members who have been with me
And other colleagues
And the Samdal-ri residents who supported us
And Director Cha Younghoon, who endured a lot because of me
I sincerely thank you
I will work even harder
I feel really nervous trying to say this
I hope you look forward to me more in the future
I wish you all a happy new year
And finally, our Spring Company
A big thank you to my colleagues and team members
Thank you, and Happy New Year
Congratulations, we will now have you back to your seat
Next is the Top Excellence Actress in a Mid-Length Drama Award
Let’s take a look at the nominees
The Top Excellence Actress in a Mid-Length Drama Award
tvN "Queen of Tears"
Kim Jiwon
tvN "Jeongnyeon: The Star is Born"
Kim Taeri
tvN "Lovely Runner"
Kim Hyeyoon
MBC "Knight Flower"
Lee Hanee
SBS "Good Partner"
TV Chosun "My Happy End"
Jang Nara
The Top Excellence Actress in a Mid-Length Drama Award
Kim Jiwon / Kim Taeri / Kim Hyeyoon Lee Hanee / Jang Nara
The 2024 Seoulcon APAN Star Awards
The Top Excellence Actress in a Mid-Length Drama Award
The award goes to
Congratulations, Lee Hanee
Lee Hanee, in the comedic action historical drama, MBC "Knight Flower"
With her fearless action scenes and delicate emotional acting
Adding her signature comedic acting on top of it
She continues to expand her acting spectrum
Congratulations, Lee Hanee
Seeing the two of you hug makes me crave fried chicken
Hello, I’m actress Lee Hanee
Receiving this award from Seungryong makes it even more special
I’m so grateful
And I want to sincerely thank you for giving me this precious award
"Knight Flower" is truly a significant work in both my life
and my career; It was a truly transformative work for me
It was the most intense and the most challenging experience
And just six months after giving birth to my child
I had to perform wire stunts
So I often thought, "Isn't it crazy to be doing this?"
Yet, after reading the script, there was an irresistible sense of...
I’m sure all the actors here would understand
I simply couldn’t say no
I wanted to perform so badly
I felt an overwhelming desire to get back to work soon as possible
Before I had my child, I was a very self-centered person
If my acting and my identity as an actor were what mattered most to me
After having my child, all of that seemed to dissolve
The project I worked on during that intense and passionate time
was "Knight Flower"
So, it was a project where I had to travel 10-hour round trips
For the filming locations far from Seoul
If I had a day off, I would commute several hours
to Seoul, just to be with my child during those times
It was truly an intense yet meaningful a project for me
And the viewers responded so warmly
It’s also a project for which I am incredibly grateful
When you encounter a turning point in life
As an actor, it naturally feels like you reach a turning point as well
For me now, while my acting remains important
Who I journey with and how it leads feels much more important
This award is for my colleagues who have walked this journey with me
Including Seungryong and all the colleagues who supported me
And staffs who worked hard with dedication and passion
And my family, who waited patiently by my side
I want to share this honor with them, thank you
Congratulations
We will now escort you off the stage
The next award is
The Best Picture Award, given to the finest production of the year
Lee Hyojung, the head judge of the SeoulCon APAN Star Awards
and actress Kim Sooyeon will also join us for presentation
Please welcome them with a round of applause!
I think you might need to switch the microphone
Hello, I'm Lee Hyojung, the chairman of the jury
Hello, I'm actress Kim Sooyeon
Sooyeon, you're performing these days
How did you know?
What kind of performance is it?
I'm performing the musical "Cyrano"
Please show a lot of love for our work
Yes, I will definitely come to watch
How do you feel now that you are here, Mr. Lee?
I participate in this awards ceremony every year
Every time I come, I feel overwhelmed
and it’s a pleasure to meet everyone who has worked hard this year
I come here with a joyful heart
This year, there have been many works in various genres
and characters that stood out
Even now, to the actors and staffs who are doing their best
to create better work, I would like to ask you
to send your encouragement to them
The power behind the global love for Korean dramas
comes from the staffs who work hard on set
the writers who create great works
and the producers who bravely take on production challenges
Because of them, Korean dramas are loved by people all over the world
To the producers, despite the tough economy
I ask you to stay courageous and keep challenging yourselves
from an actor's perspective
Please keep up the great work and create more fantastic dramas
As the APAN Star Awards celebrates its 10th anniversary
I look forward to its continued growth
and will always support it
Now, let’s first take a look at the nominees
of the Best Picture Award
The Best Picture Award
SBS "Good Partner"
tvN "Queen of Tears"
Coupang Play "Boyhood"
tvN "Jeongnyeon: The Star is Born"
The Best Picture Award
KBS2 "Korea-Khitan War"/ SBS "Good Partner" tvN "Queen of Tears"
Coupang Play "Boyhood"/ tvN "Jeongnyeon: The Star is Born"
Let's have the chairman of the jury announce the winner
Korean dramas are truly amazing
All six of these works are completely different
Korean dramas are phenomenal
I will announce the winner now
The 2024 Seoulcon APAN Star Awards, The Best Picture Award goes to
tvN "Jeongnyeon: The Star is Born"
Congratulations
"Jeongnyeon" is a drama about female traditional Korean opera members
striving to become the best actors of the 1950s, showing their growth
and friendships. With a fresh storyline and performances
it deeply resonated with the viewers and gained immense love
Once again, congratulations
Please share your acceptance speech
Hello, I am here on behalf of the producers
to express my gratitude
"Jeongnyeon: The Star is Born" is based on a webtoon that has been serialized since 2019
To get here
I’ve worked with hundreds of creators for this project
In both visible and invisible ways
I would like to share this honor
with those who made this achievement possible, thank you
Once again, congratulations
The Integrated Awards Ceremony Seoulcon APAN Star Awards
K-Drama that has gained global recognition
with original themes and genres spanning across eras
The first grand award winner, Son Hyunjoo
The second grand award winner, Song Hyekyo
The third grand award winner, Jo Insung
The fourth grand award winner, Kim Soohyun
The fifth grand award winner, Song Joongki
The sixth grand award winner, Lee Byunghun
The seventh grand award winner, Hyun Bin
The eighth grand award winner, Song Joongki
The ninth grand award winner, Lee Junho
With outstanding presence and solid acting skills
moving the audience, a single lead!
The winner is now revealed
You’ve just seen the video of past winners of the Grand Prize
The nominees for the Grand Prize are selected from
the previously announced nominees of the Top Excellence Acting Award
We will now announce the winner of the prestigious Grand Prize
The award will be presented by the Seoul Mayor, Oh Sehoon
and this year’s Excellence Actress Award winner
actress Oh HyunKyung
Let’s welcome them with a big round of applause
Nice to meet you
Welcome
Nice to meet you
Hello, this is Oh Hyunkyung
I’m so thankful for you to be here today
He's wearing a very nice green scarf that matches the outfit today
Doesn’t match well? Is it a bit tacky? Does it stand out?
Yes, it’s a bit like that
I just quickly got it and put it on
but this is the color of Seoul for next year
This year, the color was deep pink sky coral
but now, with the end of the year, I’ve revealed next year’s color
So I came out to let you all know
Well done!
The color itself is nice, right?
I like it
The coral color is stuck in my head, I’ll remember it well
The name of this color is green aurora
Sky coral is the color of this year
I will remember the color, green aurora
Should we announce the winner now?
There a lot of lines I prepared
Do it
I’ll ask
Did you practice?
You told the color of Seoul next year
How do you feel being here?
It is DDP here, Seoul’s representative architecture
It is a landmark that everyone all over the world loves
The Seoulcon APAN Star Awards has been going on for 10 years already
And became an award ceremony representing TV shows
These two places and the ceremony together
I think it is very representative
Our tv shows are the most representative media contents
It became a content that the world loves
Actors, directors, and all the fans
It is all to you that we our media content got famous
Being here with you guys
I am very excited
and happy to be here
Congratulations to every awardees today
Hyunkyung, it’s been over 30 years since you started acting right?
It’s already been over 30 years When did time pass by?
I assume the filming scene has changed a lot over the time
Yes that’s right. Back in the old days, we would film all night
Until the dawn very often
It was almost like a live broadcast
Afterwards, the filming scene has changed
And we film it advance so it is much more prepared
And through various of platforms like OTT and short videos
We have fans who watch it all over the world
Thanks to everyone who watch our K-contents
Because of them, we're getting so much love from all over the world
Our tv shows generate such a huge economic impact
Seoul will support more
To make our tv shows loved by more people
Thank you for promising support
That makes us feel even better, thank you
And now, we all have been waiting
We are very curious about the grand prize winner
Mayor, should we announce the grand winner?
Yes
I am very nervous even though I am not the one who is receiving
Please announce the winner
The 2024 Seoulcon APAN Star Awards, the Grand Prize goes to
Kim Taeri
Congratulations
Kim Taeri was starred in "Jeongnyeon: The Star Is Born" on channel tvN
She played the role of Jeongnyeon Yoon, who puts in best effort
to achieve her dream as an traditional musical actress
With lyrical and touching acting
She acted out another best character in her life
Especially she performed the traditional musical herself
after 3 years of practice, she delivered performance like masterpiece
Congratulations to you, Taeri
Her best fans are here to congratulate her
Here are your trophy and flower
How can I not be nervous whenever I get an award?
With my first tv show "Mr. Sunshine"
APAN has awarded me with the rookie award for the role of Ko Aeshin
Thank you so much for the grand prize
With "Jeongnyeon: The Star Is Born" for such a long time
Even after the show was over
I was not able to feel emotions very well
Just like someone who stepped out without turning off the lights
I was wandering
I was thinking about the award speech
And rather than what comes to my mind right now
I kept thinking to myself, remember what was on my mind back then
don't forget about my initial mindset
Long time ago, in a taxi to somewhere
I was singing a line I learned in a lesson quietly
The driver asked me why I was singing so quietly
and told me to sing loudly; He told me I reminded him of his mother
and he would share his childhood memories with me
In busy and tiring days
Just in the moment when "Jeongnyeon: The Star Is Born" was airing
I hoped you would be happy for that time
In the ocean, woods
In the dark where the birds are asleep, under the bright sunshine
The thrill I felt singing thousands of times
And happy feelings are the things I hope to share
All those minds and days
Have shown in my acting as Jeongnyeon
I believe in that
If there is one big wish
I hope this interest is kept and developed
I hope the female traditional musical
Could be a part in our culture and continued
I wish sincerely
It is very cold these days
I know that 2024 was especially a tougher, tiring year
I hope that 2025 will bring a time of peace
and prosperity to everyone
Thank you again for such a big award
Everyone who tried so hard for "Jeongnyeon: The Star Is Born"
It feels so monumental to receive this award together with all of you
Thank you so much
Kim Taeri of "Jeongnyeon: The Star Is Born" in channel tvN
Has been awarded the grand prize this year
Congratulations again
That's the power of 'K-drama'
That was a deep, resonant speech
Congratulations again
The 2024 SeoulCon APAN Star Awards
It's time to say goodbye
Co-hosted by Korea Entertainment Management Association and
Seoul Business Agency; Co-operated by
Korea Entertainment Management Association and Guardians Company
Only a special performance has left for the last part
We should say goodbye after introducing them
Kim Junsu's special show is ready for you guys
We should watch that show before we leave
Of course, we should
Good
Thank you for staying with us the whole time
Kim Junsu's 'Proud of Your Boy'
An original song from the musical "Aladdin"
This song is about Aladdin making a promise with his passed mother
to be a proud son, feeling guilty about the thievery he committed
With Kim Junsu's appealing voice
touching everyone's heart