• IVE's Jang Wonyoung Hands Her Sister Jang Da Ah a Special Newcomer Trophy at AAA 2024—"Our Parents Must Be So Proud!"

    At the 2024 Asia Artist Awards (AAA), actress Jang Da Ah had a moment she’ll never forget, as her sister, Jang Wonyoung, proudly handed her the Newcomer Award on stage, making the event even more special for both of them.

    The ceremony, which took place on December 27th at the IMPACT Challenger Hall 1-2 in Bangkok, Thailand, was co-hosted by Ryu Junyeol, Jang Wonyoung, and Seong Hanbin. But it was the touching moment between the two sisters that stole the show.

    As Jang Da Ah received her award from Wonyoung, she expressed her gratitude, saying, "It’s such an honor to be here in front of all the senior artists and viewers. I’m so thankful to my parents for raising me and to everyone involved in my journey, including the Pyramid Game drama crew and Star News. I know I still have a lot to learn, so I will continue working hard to improve."

    Watching her sister speak, MC Jang Wonyoung shared her own thoughts: "I’m so happy to be the one to hand this meaningful award to my sister. I know our parents must be so proud watching us from wherever they are."

    The sisters' appearance together at the AAA 2024 excited fans, as it’s rare to see the two together at such a big event.

    Jang Da Ah made her acting debut in 2023 with a lens advertisement and officially launched her acting career in February 2024 with the drama Pyramid Game. Despite being new to the industry, she’s already receiving a lot of praise for her strong debut.

    Meanwhile, the AAA 2024 was one of the biggest global events of the year, with top artists and actors gracing the stage.

    Performances in the music category included artists like NewJeans, LE SSERAFIM, Suho, NCT 127, and many others. In the acting category, stars like Kim Min, Park Min Young, Byeon Woo Seok, and Joo Won also appeared, making the night shine even brighter.

    The event, organized by MOTIVE PRODUCTION and BOX LIVE and broadcast live on multiple platforms, truly celebrated the best of both music and acting in Asia.

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  • "Good Partner" Season 2 Confirmed — Will Jang Na Ra and Nam Ji Hyun return?

    It’s official—Good Partner is getting a second season!

    On April 3, 2025, SBS confirmed the exciting news that Good Partner will return for Season 2.

    However, fans will have to wait a little longer for more details as the production is still in its early stages.

    SBS revealed, “While the production for Season 2 has been confirmed, the broadcast schedule, filming dates, and cast have not been finalized. We are still in discussions.”

    Good Partner originally aired last September, and it quickly became a fan favorite. The drama follows Cha Eun Kyung (played by Jang Na Ra), a seasoned divorce lawyer, and rookie lawyer Han Yoo Ri (played by Nam Ji Hyun), who is new to handling divorce cases.

    The series was a hit, with a peak viewership rating of 17.7% (Nielsen Korea, nationwide households).

    Both Jang Na Ra and Nam Ji Hyun were praised for their performances, with Jang Na Ra receiving her first acting award after 23 years in the industry at the 2024 SBS Drama Awards, and Nam Ji Hyun taking home the Best Acting Award.

    Now, with the news of Good Partner Season 2, fans are eagerly wondering if the original cast will return. Will Jang Na Ra and Nam Ji Hyun reprise their roles, or will new faces join the team? Lee Jong Suk, a close friend and fellow actor of Jang Na Ra, has expressed his excitement for the continuation of the series and fully supports his friend's success.

    As discussions continue, fans are keeping their fingers crossed for the return of their favorite characters.

    Stay tuned for more updates on this highly anticipated season.

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