The third and final segment of the ceremony is where the most prestigious honors were handed out:
The ceremony also honored the "silent" anchors of the industry: 87-year-old Kim Young-ok received the Lifetime Achievement Award for her role in The Judge from Hell , symbolizing the endurance of the craft. The New Blood: Emerging talents like Kim Min-ju ( Connection ) and ( The Escape of the Seven
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Recognition was given to the casts of returning favorites that managed to outdo their previous seasons in both tension and viewership.
For those who followed the live updates through the thread, the night was more than just an awards show—it was a celebration of the creativity and passion that makes SBS a leader in global entertainment. The third and final segment of the ceremony
Looking back at the "End" of the ceremony, one can see a clear reflection of the industry's trajectory. The recognition of dramas like Flex X Cop (Nunadrama) in the acting categories highlighted a trend toward high-octane, stylishly produced content that appeals to a global streaming audience. The conclusion of the awards ceremony was not just a goodbye to 2024, but a teaser for 2025. By honoring specific genres and performances, SBS set a benchmark for what is expected in the coming year. The final segment effectively summarized the network’s philosophy: a blend of traditional melodrama excellence with modern, fast-paced storytelling.
( Flex X Cop ) and Jeon Mi-do ( Connection ) won Top Excellence for Genre/Action miniseries. Venue & Atmosphere For those who followed the live updates through
| Category | Winner(s) | Drama | |---|---|---| | | Jang Na-ra | Good Partner | | Director's Award | Park Shin-hye | The Judge from Hell | | SBS Drama of the Year | N/A | Connection | | Best Couple | Park Shin-hye & Kim Jae-young | The Judge from Hell | | Top Excellence (Genre/Action Miniseries) | Ahn Bo-hyun / Jeon Mi-do | Flex X Cop / Connection | | Top Excellence (Multi-Season Series) | Kim Nam-gil / Lee Ha-nee | The Fiery Priest 2 | | Top Excellence (Human/Fantasy Miniseries) | Kim Jae-young / Nam Ji-hyun | The Judge from Hell / Good Partner | | Best New Actor | Kang Sang-jun, Kim Shin-bi, Seo Bum-june, Kim Min-ju, Yuju | Flex X Cop , The Fiery Priest 2 , Connection , The Escape of the Seven: Resurrection | | Best Young Actor | Moon Woo-jin / Yuna | The Fiery Priest 2 / Good Partner | | Best Supporting Actor (Specialized Genre/Action Miniseries) | Kwon Yool, Kim Kyung-nam, Yoon Sa-bong, Jung Yoo-min | Connection | | Lifetime Achievement Award | Kim Young-ok | The Judge from Hell |
This specific episode is the most sought-after because it answers the year's biggest question: Who defined Korean drama in 2024?