SBS Drama Awards 2023: Jang Nara, Park Shin-hye, Ji Sung, Kim Nam-gil Compete for Joint Grand Prize

SBS Drama Awards 2024: What to Expect Tonight

On December 21, starting at 8:35 PM KST, the spotlight will shine on the 2024 SBS Drama Awards, hosted at the SBS Prism Tower located in Sangam-dong, Mapo-gu, Seoul. Renowned hosts Shin Dong-yup, Kim Hye-yoon, and Kim Ji-yeon will guide the evening’s festivities.

A Dominating Year for SBS

This year, SBS has firmly established itself as a frontrunner among Korea’s three major terrestrial broadcasters in the drama category. Spectators are eagerly anticipating which exceptional talent will take home the coveted Grand Prize trophy.

Grand Prize Nominees: Strong Contenders

The nominees vying for the prestigious Grand Prize include:

Ji Sung for Connection,
Kim Nam-gil for The Fiery Priest 2,
Park Shin-hye for The Judge from Hell,
Ahn Bo-hyun for Flex X Cop,
Jang Nara for Good Partner, and
Hwang Jung-eum for The Escape of the Seven: Resurrection.

Among these nominees, Ji Sung, Jang Nara, Park Shin-hye, and Kim Nam-gil stand out as formidable candidates for the ultimate accolade.

Highlight: Jang Nara’s “Good Partner”

Jang Nara’s legal drama, Good Partner, has demonstrated resilience despite interruptions due to the Paris Olympics, maintaining viewer interest and achieving an impressive peak viewership rating of 17.7%.

Historic Potential for Jang Nara

If Jang Nara clinches the Grand Prize for Good Partner, she will create a historic milestone as the first entertainer to secure Grand Prizes in both music and acting, building on her earlier achievement at the 2002 Music Awards.

Park Shin-hye’s Transformation in “The Judge from Hell”

Similarly, The Judge from Hell, featuring Park Shin-hye, has gained significant acclaim, propelling her into contention for the Grand Prize. Known for her typically vibrant roles, Park has successfully embraced the darker character of Kang Bit-na, showcasing her remarkable versatility as an actress.

Kim Nam-gil: The Returning Champion

Another strong contender is Kim Nam-gil, whose drama The Fiery Priest 2 returns triumphantly after a five-year hiatus. Notably, Kim previously won the Grand Prize at the 2019 SBS Drama Awards for the first season of his show. Winning once again for the second season would mark a rare and noteworthy achievement in the realm of seasonal dramas.

Ji Sung’s Strong Performance

Ji Sung also made his mark with Connection, which boasted a commendable peak viewership rating of 14.2%, solidifying his place among the nominees for the Grand Prize.

Anticipation Builds for the Awards

With SBS producing an array of successful dramas this year, the excitement surrounding the SBS Drama Awards has reached unprecedented levels. Audiences are eagerly awaiting the announcement of the Grand Prize winner, set to be revealed tonight.

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