The Nominees for the '2024 SBS Drama Awards' Revealed

The '2024 SBS Drama Awards,' set to take place on December 21, has revealed its six nominees for the prestigious Grand Prize. The actors nominated for the highest honor include Ahn Bo-hyun from Flex X Cop, Hwang Jung-eum from The Escape of the Seven, Ji Sung from Connection, Jang Nara from Good Partner, Park Shin-hye from The Judge from Hell, and Kim Nam-gil from The Fiery Priest 2.

Ahn Bo-hyun, who made his mark with Flex X Cop, is one of the standout nominees. His role in the hit drama, blending the unique story of a detective from a chaebol family, has garnered him widespread recognition. His standout performance, particularly his deep character portrayal, helped boost the show's popularity and raised viewers' expectations for season 2.

Hwang Jung-eum, known for her transformation in The Escape of the Seven, received a nomination despite her limited screen time. Her fierce and nuanced portrayal of Medusa, a character who redeems herself and takes on the role of a punisher, impressed critics and earned her a spot among the top nominees.

Other major nominees include Ji Sung for his role in Connection, where his complex character dealing with drug addiction earned him praise for his compelling and versatile acting.

Jang Nara’s return to SBS with Good Partner also caught the spotlight. Playing a sharp and charismatic divorce lawyer, she brought a refreshing dynamic to the drama, leading it to achieve the highest ratings of the year on SBS.

Park Shin-hye, who took on a bold new role in The Judge from Hell, stunned viewers with her 180-degree transformation. Portraying a wicked yet lovable demon, she brought new dimensions to her acting with intense action sequences and strong emotional depth, leading to strong ratings for the drama.

Finally, Kim Nam-gil’s portrayal of Father Kim Hae-il in The Fiery Priest 2 earned him a nomination, showcasing his dynamic acting that blends seriousness and comedy, as well as his unwavering commitment to his action-packed character.

The '2024 SBS Drama Awards' ceremony will be broadcast live on December 21 at 8:35 PM (KST) with hosts Shin Dong-yup, Kim Hye-yoon, and Kim Ji-yeon, promising a dazzling celebration of the year’s top performances.