Celebrating the best in Asian entertainment at the Busan Film Festival
The Busan International Film Festival’s sixth annual Asia Contents Awards and Global OTT Awards showcased an impressive array of talent and creativity from across Asia. In a glittering ceremony, the prestigious awards recognized the boldest and most innovative contributions to the industry, reflecting a dynamic and evolving landscape.
Blossoms Shanghai and Cigarette Girl steal the show
Wong Kar-wai made a triumphant series debut with “Blossoms Shanghai,” which clinched two top honors. The Tencent Video Chinese series received the Best Creative award, while Hu Ge was celebrated for his stellar performance with the Best Male Lead Actor award.
Equally impressive was Kamila Andini and Ifa Isfansyah‘s directorial feat in the Indonesian Netflix series “Cigarette Girl.” Their exceptional work earned them the Best Director award.
Highlighting individual excellence
The Best Female Lead Actor trophy was awarded to Ariel Lin for her remarkable role in PTS Taiwan’s “Imperfect Us,” a series that captivated audiences with its emotional depth and authenticity.
On the other hand, Coupang Play’s Korean show “Boyhood” outshone many to win the Best OTT Original category, exemplifying the high standards of Korean web content.
For a detailed look at “Blossoms Shanghai,” visit Blossoms Shanghai.
Celebrating emerging and supporting talents
In a testament to exceptional supporting roles, Ahn Jaehong and Yeom Hye-ran won the male and female supporting actor awards respectively for their performances in Netflix’s Korean show “Mask Girl.” Their compelling portrayals added significant depth to the narrative, enriching the viewership experience.
The award for Best Male Acting Newcomer was shared between Chae Jong-heop for TBS Television’s Japanese show “Eye Love You” and Kim Yo-han for Netflix’s Korean series “A Killer Paradox.” Nimura Sawa won Best Female Acting Newcomer for her role in Telepack’s Japanese show “Shut Up.”
To explore “Cigarette Girl,” visit Cigarette Girl.
Excellence in writing and creative innovations
The distinction of Best Writer was accorded to Ju Hwa-mi for SLL’s Korean show “The Atypical Family.” This award highlights the importance of storywriting in creating compelling narratives that resonate with audiences.
The Rising Star of the Year award celebrated the fresh talents of Anson Kong for MakerVille’s Hong Kong and China show “Warriors Within 2”, Jo Yoonsu for Disney+ Korean series “The Tyrant”, and Miyoshi Ayaka for Telecom Staff Japan’s “Globe-Trotter Travel Guidebook.”
Innovation in visual effects and music
Technological prowess in content creation was also recognized, with Netflix’s ”Parasyte: The Grey” winning the Best Visual Effects award. The series pushed the boundaries of visual storytelling, delivering an immersive experience.
Tanya Chua received the Best Original Song award for her hit “Learn to Live Again” from “Imperfect Us.” Her music added a poignant layer to the series, enhancing its emotional impact.
Visit Parasyte: The Grey for a closer look at this visually stunning series.
Diverse genres and groundbreaking categories
Workpoint Group’s “2 Faces” from Thailand and Eggiscoming’s “Jinny’s Kitchen 2” from Korea won in the Best Reality and Variety category, showcasing outstanding creativity in non-scripted formats.
“Shaman: Whispers from the Dead,” a Korean documentary series by Tving, won the Creative Beyond Border award, while the Korean streamer Kocowa took home the New Technology Prize for its innovative approach to streaming.
Sharing and following the journey of Asian entertainment
The Busan International Film Festival’s awards underscore the vitality and diversity of Asian entertainment. With each award, we glimpse the future of storytelling, where creativity knows no bounds.
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