South Korea continues to shine on the international stage with a stellar performance at the 2024 Asian Academy Creative Awards (AACA), held on September 26. The country claimed several prestigious accolades across multiple categories, showcasing the best in K-drama and entertainment.
Among the standout winners is “Queen of Tears”, which not only took home Best Direction (Fiction) but also earned Park Ji Eun the award for Best Screenplay. Meanwhile, the heartwarming series “Lovely Runner” nabbed Best Cinematography (Fiction) for Yoon Dae Young.
The smash hit “Mask Girl” also made waves, with Ahn Jae Hong and Yeom Hye Ran winning Best Supporting Actor and Best Supporting Actress, respectively, adding to their growing list of accolades.
Here’s the complete list of South Korea’s winners at the 2024 AACA:
- Best Actor in a Supporting Role: Ahn Jae Hong (Mask Girl)
- Best Actress in a Supporting Role: Yeom Hye Ran (Mask Girl)
- Best Cinematography (Fiction): Yoon Dae Young (Lovely Runner)
- Best Direction (Fiction): Jang Young Woo, Kim Hee Won (Queen of Tears)
- Best Drama Series: The Atypical Family
- Best Screenplay: Park Ji Eun (Queen of Tears)
These national winners will now compete in the grand finale at the AACA’s global ceremony this December in Singapore, aiming for the prestigious Goddess of Creativity award.
South Korea’s domination at these awards continues to bolster the global appeal of K-drama, with past winners like “Twenty-Five Twenty-One”, “D.P.”, and “Juvenile Justice” further establishing the country’s growing influence in the world of television and film.
This year’s wins only solidify South Korea’s reputation for creative storytelling and powerful performances, with anticipation building for the upcoming global event.