The team of 'When Life Gives You Tangerines' swept several trophies at the Baeksang Awards, even without leading actors IU and Park Bo-gum winning.
The 61st Baeksang Arts Awards with Gucci took place on 5th at 8 p.m. at Coex D Hall in Gangnam, Seoul. While Shin Dong-yup, Suzy, and Park Bo-gum served as hosts, Netflix's 'When Life Gives You Tangerines' won the Best Drama Award in the broadcasting institutional sector, along with Best Supporting Actor and Actress awards and the screenplay award. Park Bo-gum and IU missed out on the Best Actor and Actress awards.
Director Kim Won-seok, after winning the Best Drama Award, said, "In this age of hate, I hope we can live well together without hating each other. I feel grateful that it seems to have been recognized. I would like to thank writer Lim Sang-chun for meticulously drawing the blueprint and all the actors and staff who worked hard on set according to that intention. I also want to thank the fans for not holding back their support and encouragement in raising the quality to the highest level."
Yeom Hye-ran won the Best Supporting Actress award in the broadcasting institutional sector, beating Kim Kuk-hee of 'Family Plan,' Kim Jae-hwa of 'The Tale of Lady Ok,' Oh Kyung-hwa of 'The Undertaker,' and Jeong Eun-chae of 'The Undertaker.' Choi Dae-hoon won the Best Supporting Actor award, overcoming Kim Jun-han of 'Good Partner,' Noh Jae-won of 'Squid Game 2,' Yun Kyung-ho of 'The Trauma Code: Heroes on Call,' and Hyeon Bong-sik of 'Good or Bad Dong-jae.'
Yeom Hye-ran expressed her emotions, saying, "Here are our young ones, and Mama received an award. It's not 'director general' but 'best of the best.' I send my warm applause to the fellow nominees. I am constantly inspired. There are many outstanding actresses. Regardless of age, there are truly excellent actors. I send my deep respect."
He continued, "'When Life Gives You Tangerines' felt like another role rather than just staff. I thank the viewers who remember me as Kwang-rye. I am so grateful to have acted alongside writer Lim Sang-chun and director Kim Won-seok in this era. I want to sincerely say I love my daughter and mother," he said, becoming emotional.
Choi Dae-hoon left a heartfelt message, saying, "This truly feels like a hidden camera. It’s such a precious and honorable award. I think it’ll be the best gift I’ve ever received on Children’s Day. It seems that I have been unable to receive that many awards while living to get this one. Thank you so much."
He added, "The thrill of receiving a call from director Kim Won-seok and writer Lim Sang-chun, along with the worries and happiness, was an unforgettable journey. I started this work because of the love people have for it, but I ended up feeling fulfilled and comforted. I will continue to live by comforting you even more. I will become an actor who fulfills responsibilities and duties. I will be an actor who has a happy influence."
Especially, Choi Dae-hoon mentioned his catchphrase, saying, "In this difficult and harsh world, whenever you are struggling and exhausted, shout 'Hak-ssi!' once and you will feel better!" which drew applause.
Meanwhile, the 61st Baeksang Arts Awards with Gucci is the only comprehensive arts award ceremony in South Korea that encompasses broadcasting, film, and theater.
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