On September 10, the 10th Seoul International Drama Awards honored the best examples of drama from 48 countries. Korean entertainment faced fierce competition from 212 submissions, but several notable projects and stars stood out from the fray.
Lee Min Ho was the recipient of two awards, which noted his impact on the Korean Wave. According to a list published by the Korean outlet 10Asia, the actor received the Mango TV Popularity Award and 10th Anniversary Hallyu Achievement Award.
Other recipients of the Mango TV Popularity Award included Korean stars The One and Chu Ja Hyun. He also shared the 10th Anniversary Hallyu Achievement Award with other notable figures in Korean entertainment like producer Lee Byung Hoon and Lee Young Ae.
His "Bounty Hunters" co-star Wallace Chung was the recipient of the Asia Grand Star Award for his work in China.
Lee Joon Gi received the Hallyu Drama Actor Award for his portrayal of Park Yoon Kang in the KBS2 series, "Gunman in Joseon." "Gunman in Joseon" was also recognized with the Hallyu Best Drama award along with the popular series, "Pinocchio." "Kill Me, Heal Me" received the Grand Award in the Hallyu Drama category, exemplifying its impact on viewers.
"Kill Me, Heal Me" star Hwang Jung Eum was acknowledged for her performance in the series and received the Hallyu Drama Actress Award.
The tvN office drama, "Misaeng," also received attention at the ceremony. "Misaeng" was acknowledged as the Best Mini-Series.
Korean drama original soundtracks were also recognized during the Seoul Drama Awards. Taeyeon of Girls' Generation, who recently announced her solo album was honored with the Hallyu Drama OST Award.
Other notable award-winners include Taiwanese actor Bolin Chen, who recently signed with the Korean agency, BM Plus Entertainment. He is currently working with Ha Ji Won on the upcoming film, "Risking Life for Love." Chen was the recipient of an Asia Star Grand Award.
Taiwanese acting idol Aaron Yan, who will star with Kim So Eun in an upcoming Korean-Chinese co-production, received an Asia Star Award.
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About the writer: Adrienne Stanley is a contributing editor for KDramaStars. She is also a contributing writer for KpopStarz, MTV Iggy, Viki and CJ Entertainment's KCON blog. Her passions include a love of K-pop and Asian drama. When she is not writing, she is hanging out on Twitter (@retrogirladdy).
