Actress Jang Nara had a night to remember as she took home the Grand Prize (Daesang) at the 2024 SBS Drama Awards!

The prestigious event, held on December 21 at SBS Prism Tower in Sangam-dong, Seoul, brought together stars and fans alike.

Hosted by Shin Dong Yup and actors Kim Hye Yoon and Kim Ji Yeon, the ceremony was a dazzling celebration of the year’s biggest dramas.

Nominees for the Grand Prize included big names like Ahn Bo Hyun (Rebel X Detective), Hwang Jung Eum (The Resurrection of Seven), Ji Sung (Connection), Jang Nara (Good Partner), Park Shin Hye (Judge from Hell), and Kim Nam Gil (The Fiery Priest 2).

Jang Nara, who shined as the lead in Good Partner, was overwhelmed with emotion during her acceptance speech. “I can’t believe this is real. I feel like I’ve experienced something truly incredible in life through SBS. I’m so grateful. Just like the title of my drama Good Partner, this award was only possible because of my amazing partners,” she said, wiping away tears.

She gave a heartfelt shoutout to her co-star, saying, “Nam Ji Hyun was the pillar of our drama and my personal pillar. Because of her, I was able to achieve so much. She was truly a blessing to both me and the drama. Thank you so much.”

Jang Nara didn’t forget to express her love and gratitude to her family, adding, “To my mom, my dad, my brother, and my husband who loves me no matter what – I love you all so much. It’s been over 20 years since I started, and seeing veteran actress Kim Young Ok here tonight reminded me I still have so much to learn. I’ll continue to work hard.”

She also spoke from the heart about her fans and viewers: “It’s a miracle for people who don’t know me personally to like me and watch the dramas I’m in. As I’ve gotten older, I’ve realized how precious this is, and I regret not understanding it sooner. To all the viewers, thank you so much. I’ll keep working hard to stay an actress you’re always curious about.”

Jang Nara’s winning drama, Good Partner, was a hit when it aired in July. The story, centered around a star divorce lawyer Cha Eun Kyung and her rookie partner Han Yu Ri, captivated audiences with its heartfelt human drama. The series wrapped up with an impressive peak viewership of 17.7%.

Congratulations to Jang Nara for this well-deserved win! Fans can’t wait to see what she does next.

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Actress Kang Ye Won got emotional as she opened up about why she took a break from broadcasting and why she’s finally giving love a chance.

On the March 3 episode of tvN STORY’s Can I Love Now?, Kang Ye Won made her debut as a new participant looking for romance.

During the broadcast, she revealed that negative online comments had deeply affected her. "I used to cry all the time reading comments. I get hurt easily. What might be a small wound for others feels like a huge blow to me," she shared, expressing the stress she faced from malicious remarks.

She also admitted that at one point, she wanted to leave everything behind. "I kept thinking, ‘How long do I have to keep working this hard?’ and it became overwhelming."

She added, "At one point, I thought, ‘I should just quit everything and move to the countryside,’ and that idea actually gave me peace," she confessed.

When it came to dating, Kang Ye Won shared that she had always been content watching others fall in love.

"It never worked out for me. I wasn’t the type to ask for introductions either. I just found comfort in living as an observer. Maybe it’s my fate. I’m fearful, and I lack courage. If I feel like someone might hurt me, I block them out from the start," she admitted.

However, the actress revealed that she ultimately joined Can I Love Now? for her father. "My dad was born in 1943. He had me late in life, and his health isn’t great."

She added, "I realized that if I continue living alone like this, I won’t be able to give my parents any hope until the moment they pass away," she said with tears in her eyes. "My perspective on life has changed. I no longer think just about myself, but about my parents."

Kang Ye Won’s heartfelt confession touched many viewers, leaving fans rooting for her to find happiness.

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