Byeon Woo Seok and Kim Hye Yoon, the beloved lead couple from Lovely Runner, will be missing the highly anticipated 2024 Asia Contents & Global OTT Awards on October 6. Their absence has sparked curiosity, and their respective agencies have now provided explanations for why they cannot attend.
- Byeon Woo Seok‘s agency, Varo Entertainment, confirmed his non-attendance due to a prior commitment that clashes with the event.
- Kim Hye Yoon is unable to adjust her drama filming schedule, which makes it difficult for her to be present at the awards.
Both actors have been nominated for prestigious awards. Byeon Woo Seok is in the running for Best Newcomer Actor (Male), while Kim Hye Yoon is nominated for Best Lead Actor (Female), both for their standout performances in Lovely Runner. Additionally, they tied for first place in the People’s Choice Award, where fans have the chance to vote for their favorite OTT actor.
The 2024 Asia Contents Awards & Global OTT Awards is a major event this year, with a total of 201 submissions from 16 countries, leading to 41 finalists across 11 categories.
Despite their absence, Lovely Runner continues to shine, recently winning the Best Cinematography (Fiction) at the 2024 Asian Academy Creative Awards.