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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Actress Lim Ji Yeon is finally opening up about the unexpected backlash she received after showing support for actor Jung Woo Sung during his controversial return to the public eye.

In an interview on January 23rd, following the end of her drama The Tale of Lady Ok, Lim Ji Yeon spoke candidly about the situation that caused a stir at the 45th Blue Dragon Film Awards in November last year.

At the event, Jung Woo Sung made his public return after facing controversy surrounding an “illegitimate child” with model Moon Ga Bi. While Jung Woo Sung took the stage to apologize, Lim Ji Yeon was seen clapping and cheering for him.

Reflecting on that moment, Lim Ji Yeon shared, "It was a brief moment, so it’s hard to say whether it was right or wrong." She added, "I didn’t expect the public’s reaction. On the other hand, I was cautious since The Tale of Lady Ok was airing at the time."

For those who missed it, Jung Woo Sung and Moon Ga Bi, who had been in a relationship since 2022, revealed last year that they were expecting a child.

The actor took full responsibility for the situation and issued an apology during the awards ceremony, saying, "I’m sorry for causing concern and disappointment to everyone who has shown me love and support. I will bear all the criticism, and I promise to take full responsibility as a father to my son".

However, while Jung Woo Sung addressed the controversy, it was Lim Ji Yeon’s show of support that sparked controversy.

She cheered enthusiastically for Jung Woo Sung, while actress Hye Ri, who was seated next to her, kept a neutral, expressionless face. This led to a wave of criticism from some netizens who questioned Lim Ji Yeon’s reaction.

It’s worth noting that Lim Ji Yeon’s agency, Artist Company, was co-founded by Jung Woo Sung and actor Lee Jung Jae, both of whom currently serve as directors.

Could this connection have influenced Lim Ji Yeon’s public display of support? She’s still processing the response, and fans are curious to know how she’ll handle the fallout moving forward.

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