International Emmy Awards, or popularly known as "The Emmy," is an award given by the International Academy of Television Arts and Sciences in recognition of the best television program aired worldwide.
On September 24, it was announced that tvN's popular romantic comedy-drama "It's Okay To Not Be Okay" starring Kim Soo Hyun, Seo Ye Ji, and Oh Jung Se just scored a nomination, alongside idol survival show "I-LAND."
Kim Soo Hyun and Seo Ye Ji's 'It's Okay To Not Be Okay' Scores Nomination in 'The Emmy'
The International Academy of Television Arts and Sciences recognizes excellence in television programming produced outside of the United States.
"It's Okay To Not Be Okay," tvN's romantic comedy series received a nomination for TV Movie and Mini Series Category.
The drama was produced by Studio Dragon and aired on tvN, a CJ ENM TV channel in Korea, and through Netflix. It received critical acclaim for its rich plot and story that focused on mental health and awareness.
It is the second time that a drama under CJ ENM was nominated after they received a non-scripted entertainment nomination for the musical program "I Can See Your Voice" in 2016, which had been adapted and shown in other Asian countries since.
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A representative of CJ ENM expressed their gratitude and honor, "We are very delighted with these remarkable nominations at the International Emmy Awards for both "It's Okay To Not Be Okay" and "I-LAND," two programs that were a fan favorites from all over the world in the past year."
New Dramas and Films From Kim Soo Hyun, Seo Ye Ji, Oh Jung Se
After "It's Okay To Not Be Okay," Kim Soo Hyun has been cast to lead the new Coupang drama "One Ordinary Day" with Cha Seung Won. The drama hasn't been broadcast yet, and further details are yet to be announced.
Currently, he is the face and global ambassador for the American fashion brand Tommy Hilfiger.
Meanwhile, Seo Ye Ji starred in the 2021 mystery thriller film "Recalled," alongside Kim Kang Woo. The movie was a huge success, topping the local box office on its first week.
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The award-winning actress is set to return to the small screen in 2022 with tvN's forthcoming drama "Eve's Scandal."
Finally, veteran actor Oh Jung Se appeared in many dramas "The Good Detective," "My Roommate Is A Gumiho," and "The Call," to name a few.
In the year 2021, he returns to the small screen with Jun Ji Hyun and Ju Ji Hoon in tvN's new mystery thriller action series "Mount Jiri."
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Written by Elijah Mully.
