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SDA 2024 Talk & Talk
  • Best TV Movie [Bruised Like a Peach]
    “The winter before last, there is the first sentence that I wrote in the draft of this good-natured script. ‘I want to make nice and sincere people cry even for one moment.’ Like the colleagues gathered here, everyone in <Bruised Like a Peach>’s credit were nice and genuine people to the drama. I also cried a lot as <Bruised Like a Peach> thanks to their love for the work. I will be a person who rewards you with a better and more sincere drama as much as today’s glory.”
    Jeong Dahyung (Director)
  • Best TV Movie [The Saint]
    “We wanted to shoot a film about history, memory and forgiveness. And forgiveness is the most difficult thing at all. But without forgiveness, there is no future. An award we got from you proves that it works same around the world.”
    Marek Epstein (Screenwriter)
  • Best Director [Moving]
    “I would like to express my gratitude to Disney+ for deciding to produce <Moving>. I take this award as a sign to continue creating new, forward-thinking works that can bring comfort to viewers.”
    Park Inje (Director)
  • Best Screenwriter [3 Body Problem]
    “Thank you to author Liu Cixin for writing such a beautiful novel. It is thanks to his brilliance that we are able to stand here today. And to Director Derek, who flawlessly directed the first two episodes, thank you. No one could have done it better than you.”
    David Benioff (Screenwriter)
  • “Thank you to the outstanding cast from all over the world who came together to tell a truly global story. And to the production team who worked tirelessly for long hours in the cold and darkness to bring the same story to life, thank you.”
    D.B. Weiss (Screenwriter)
  • “I feel deeply honored that our work has been highly recognized in Korea, a country that has produced such outstanding films and dramas.”
    Alexander Woo (Screenwriter)
  • Outstanding Asian Star [Lovely Runner]
    “I am grateful for the love that I received for <Lovely Runner>. I will continue to show a wider range of acting in the future.”
    Kim Hyeyoon (Actress)
  • Outstanding Asian Star [SeOfis]
    “This moment is for Malaysia. I am so proud of the fact that Malaysia won this prize for the first time since 2017. And to my fans, I want to say that your love is everything to me.”
    Siti Saleha (Actress)
  • Outstanding Asian Star [Deceit]
    “To my ever supportive fans — this award is also for you. Your unconditional love, efforts, and belief in me have always been the source of strength.”
    Kim Chiu (Actress)
  • Outstanding Asian Star [All That Glitters/Moments]
    “Seventeen years ago, I was just a young man who fell in love with acting. I never imagined that I would win the prize on this huge stage in Seoul. Having won this award tonight, I am a living witness who shows that if you stick to your passion, you will reach the unexpected places.”
    Desmond Tan (Actor)
  • Outstanding Asian Star [Enigma/Beauty Newbie]
    “Thanks to GMMTV for the support and to everyone I’ve worked with—your hard work made this possible. I promise to keep giving my best.”
    Metawin Opas-iamkajorn (Actor)
  • Outstanding Asian Star [Lovely Runner]
    “I believe this meaningful award is one that I share with our fans. Thank you for always sending me so much love and support.”
    Byeon Wooseok (Actor)
  • Best Miniseries [Cigarette Girl]
    “For us, this series is a celebration of unheard voices. This acknowledgement is a spirit to create more stories and more characters from our own culture. A spirit to unleash creation of the forgotten, the untold, the things that world haven’t seen before.”
    Kamila Andini (Director)
  • “<Cigarette Girl> is a story close to our hearts and bringing it to life was truly a labor of love for everyone involved. I’m grateful to have played a role in bringing this story to life, but it truly took the entire team's hard work to make it shine.”
    Dian Sastrowardoyo (Actress)
  • Best Miniseries [3 Body Problem]
    “I’m just very grateful for the opportunity to work with and becoming friends with all the amazing people involved in the show. To the author Liu Cixin for his amazing mind and the world he created.”
    Derek Tsang (Director)
  • Best Series [Another Love]
    “I hope you know that we are as much a fan of Korean drama, as you are of Turkish drama. And we consider ourselves lucky to call South Korea our friend. I would like to thank everyone who has tirelessly contributed to this success.”
    Selin Arat (Director of International Operations)
  • Best Series [Korea-Khitan War]
    “This story is an interesting story in itself, in which the weak defeats the strong. I also think it contains deep inspiration and lessons on how the victory of the weak advances the world. Even at this moment, many people are suffering from war. War must stop, the greed of the strong must be frustrated, and everyone's daily life must be protected.”
    Jeon Woosung (Director)
  • Special Prize [Eye Love You]
    “I think that many viewers of Korea and Japan had exchanges through this drama. I look forward to continuing to enjoy dramas together in Korea, Japan, and many countries and have cultural exchanges. I think the award we received is a strong support for such a future.”
    Nakajima Keisuke (Executive Producer)
  • “I’m so pleased to be here in such an honor, thank you. I will remember all the moments I spent crying and laughing with you through the drama.”
    Cha Hyunji (Producer)
  • Best Actor [Uncle Samsik]
    “I believe that contents such as dramas and films transcends borders and languages, allowing us to enjoy, communicate, and feel together. In that regard, the sense of responsibility becomes heavy.”
    Song Kangho (Actor)
  • Best Actress [The Saint]
    “My doctor told me I was not fit to fly long distance due to my age and my pulmonary embolism condition. But he didn't tell me I can't make movies! So six months after this indisposition, I filmed <The Saint>. And this award has given me a new appetite for life and, hopefully, for work too. That's also thanks to you!”
    Jiřina Bohdalová (Actress)
  • Outstanding Korean Actor [Mask Girl]
    “It has been an honorable time to be together with all the creators. I would like to express that I could receive this award thanks to actress Lee Han-byul, who has harmonized with me.”
    Ahn Jaehong (Actor)
  • Outstanding Korean Actress [Mask Girl]
    “It has been an exhilarating experience to participate this work, created with the best staff, being appreciated around the world. I would like to thank the viewers from various countries for watching.”
    Yeom Hyeran (Actress)
  • Outstanding Korean O.S.T. [Queen of Tears]
    “Although we are singers, we receive positive energy as a viewer who loves dramas. We are thankful to our fans, and we will strive to be singers who can have a positive impact.”
    BSS (Singer)
  • Outstanding Korean Drama [Moving]
    “For our STUDIO&NEW, <Moving> was a very challenging endeavor. That’s why I believe it will become a more memorable work. There are many production companies willing to undertake such difficult projects. They need people’s support and help, so please take an interest in them.”
    Lee Seungwon (STUDIO&NEW Executive Producer)
  • Outstanding Korean Drama [Queen of Tears]
    “We worked hard with the production team and cast to create a drama that allows viewers to laugh and cry together. In the future, we will do our best to create dramas that will stay in your hearts for a long time.”
    Lee Hyeyoung (Studio Dragon CP)
  • Grand Pirze [Justice: Misconduct]
    “Thank you Gustavo Fernández. You have given us inspiration and support, all of which has been instrumental in bringing us to this point. To you, my eternal gratitude.”
    Pedro Peregrino (Director)
  • “Thank you, esteemed jury. This award is a testament to the dedication of our incredible cast and crew.”
    Luciana Monteiro (Executive Producer)
  • Golden Bird Prize [Park Chanwook (The Sympathizer)]
    “Everyone are truly curious about how our lives will end, but no one can tell us. Just as a drama is enjoyable when we don’t know the ending, let’s savor each scene of our lives as we go along.”
    Park Chanwook (Director)
  • “When I saw the audition notice for <The Sympathizer>, and that it would be directed by Park Chanwook, I immediately knew that this show was going to be a masterpiece of heart-stopping scenes, unhinged characters and some rather quirky dialogue.”
    Hoa Xuande (Actor)