The 15th Korea Drama Awards, held at the Gyeongnam Culture and Art Center, was a night of celebration, recognizing some of the brightest stars in Korean entertainment. The event, which took place on October 12, 2024, saw Honey Lee, Kim Ji Won, Kim Soo Hyun, Byeon Woo Seok, and many others receive accolades for their exceptional performances in the year’s most beloved dramas.

The prestigious Daesang (Grand Prize) was awarded to Honey Lee for her powerful performance in the historical drama Knight Flower, marking a highlight of the night. The award-winning actress expressed her gratitude, stating, “This award is for everyone who supported Knight Flower and believed in me.”

Major Wins for Queen of Tears and Boyhood

Queen of Tears, starring Kim Soo Hyun and Kim Ji Won, dominated the night, winning Best Picture, Best Couple, and Best OST. The series has captivated audiences with its emotional depth, showcasing the chemistry between the two leads. Both Kim Soo Hyun and Kim Ji Won earned individual recognition, with Kim Soo Hyun receiving the Global Star Award, and Kim Ji Won taking home the Hot Star Award (Female).

The coming-of-age drama Boyhood was another big winner, collecting three awards. Im Siwan won Best Actor for his compelling portrayal of a young man navigating life’s complexities, while Kang Hye Won received the Best New Actress award for her role in the same series.

Complete List of Winners at the 15th Korea Drama Awards:

Daesang (Grand Prize):

• Honey Lee – Knight Flower

Best Picture:

• Queen of Tears

Lifetime Achievement Award:

• Byun Hee Bong

Best Actor:

• Im Siwan – Boyhood

Best Actress:

• Jung Ryeo Won – The Midnight Romance in Hagwon

Excellence in Acting Award (Male):

• Lee Yi Kyung – Marry My Husband
• Ji Seung Hyun – Korea-Khitan War

Excellence in Acting Award (Female):

• Go Min Si – Sweet Home 2

Best New Actor:

• Baek Seo Hoo – Miss Night and Day
• Lee Si Woo – Boyhood

Best New Actress:

• Kang Hye Won – Boyhood

KDF Award:

• Kim Yoon Seo
• Lee Ga Ryung

Global Star Award:

• Kim Soo Hyun – Queen of Tears

Hot Star Award (Male):

• Byeon Woo Seok – Lovely Runner

Hot Star Award (Female):

• Kim Ji Won – Queen of Tears

Hot Icon Award:

• DKZ’s Jaechan

Best Couple Award:

• Kim Soo Hyun & Kim Ji Won – Queen of Tears

Best OST:

• ZEROBASEONE’s Kim Tae Rae’s More Than Enough – Queen of Tears

Scene-Stealer Award (Male):

• Kim Hong Fa – The Whirlwind

Scene-Stealer Award (Female):

• Jung Young Joo – Lovely Runner, Miss Night and Day

Villain Award:

• Lee Yi Kyung – Marry My Husband

Notable Winners of the Night

Honey Lee’s victory as the Daesang winner was widely expected due to her stellar portrayal in Knight Flower. Her ability to deliver a performance that resonated with both fans and critics alike was undeniable.

Kim Soo Hyun and Kim Ji Won‘s success with Queen of Tears highlights the series’ impact, with their chemistry and emotional performances at the heart of the show’s appeal. Queen of Tears also claimed Best OST, thanks to Kim Tae Rae’s moving song, More Than Enough.

Im Siwan’s performance in Boyhood earned him the Best Actor title, reinforcing his reputation as one of the top actors of his generation.

The Excellence in Acting awards went to Lee Yi Kyung and Ji Seung Hyun, further recognizing their remarkable contributions to Korean dramas this year.

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