Jang Nara, the leading actress of the drama Good Partner, took home the grand prize at the 2024 SBS Drama Awards held on December 21st at SBS Prism Tower, Sangam-dong, Mapo-gu, Seoul.
Upon receiving the award, Jang Nara expressed her gratitude, saying, “I feel like I’m experiencing all the amazing things in my life through SBS. Just like the title of the drama, I was able to touch this award thanks to my ‘good partners.’ I’m truly grateful.”
She continued, expressing her appreciation for her co-star Nam Ji-hyun, “Nam Ji-hyun was the pillar of the drama and my pillar. I could do a lot because of her. She was a lucky charm to me and our drama. Thank you so much.”
Jang Nara also thanked her family and her husband, cinematographer Jung Ha-cheol, saying, “He loves me no matter what I’m like.”
She also mentioned senior actress Kim Young-ok, saying, “I’ve been acting for over 20 years, but when I saw Kim Young-ok, I realized I still have a long way to go. I will work really hard.”
She concluded her acceptance speech by expressing her gratitude to her fans, saying, “I’m grateful to the viewers who have supported me for so long. Whether you like me or not, thank you for watching. I will continue to work hard. I want to remain a curious actress. Thank you very much.”
In Good Partner, Jang Nara played the role of Cha Eun-kyung, a star divorce lawyer. She captivated the audience with her cold gaze and charisma, which were different from her usual image.
In particular, Jang Nara’s portrayal of Cha Eun-kyung’s inner turmoil and wide range of emotions, as she experienced divorce herself, contributed to the drama’s success. Good Partner achieved the highest viewership rating for an SBS drama this year, with 18.7%.
Complete List of Winners:
- Daesang (Grand Prize): Jang Nara (“Good Partner”)
- Director’s Award: Park Shin-hye (“The Judge From Hell“)
- Drama of the Year: “Connection”
- Best New Actor: Kang Sang Jun (“Flex X Cop”), Kim Shin Bi (“Flex X Cop”), Seo Bum June (“The Fiery Priest 2”), Kim Min Ju (“Connection”), Yuju (“The Escape of the Seven: Resurrection”)
- Best Young Actor: Moon Woo Jin (“The Fiery Priest 2”), Yuna (“Good Partner”)
- Best Supporting Actor (Action): Kwon Yool (“Connection”), Kim Kyung Nam (“Connection”), Yoon Sa Bong (“Connection”), Jung Yoo Min (“Connection”)
- Best Supporting Actor (Fantasy): Kim In Kwon (“The Judge From Hell”), Ji Seung Hyun (“Good Partner”), Kim Jae Hwa (“The Judge From Hell”), Kim Hye Hwa (“The Judge From Hell”)
- Best Supporting Actor (Multi-Season Drama): Seo Hyun Woo (“The Fiery Priest 2”), Shim Yi Young (“The Escape of the Seven: Resurrection”)
- Scene Stealer Award: Go Kyu Pil (“The Fiery Priest 2”), Ahn Chang Hwan (“The Fiery Priest 2”)
- Best Couple: Park Shin Hye and Kim Jae Young (“The Judge From Hell”)
- Best Teamwork: the cast of ‘Good Partner’ (Jang Nara, Nam Ji Hyun, Kim Jun Han, and Pyo Ji Hoo)
- Best Performance: Lee Kyu Han (“The Judge From Hell”), Han Jae Yi (“Good Partner”)
- Excellence Award (Action): Kwak Si Yang (“Flex X Cop”), Park Ji Hyun (“Flex X Cop”)
- Excellence Award (Multi-Season Drama): Kim Jun Han (‘Good Partner’), P.O (‘Good Partner’), Kim Ah Young (‘The Judge From Hell’)
- Excellence Award (Human or Fantasy Drama): Kim Sung Kyun (‘The Fiery Priest 2’), Sung Joon (‘The Fiery Priest 2’), BIBI (‘The Fiery Priest 2’), Lee Yu Bi (‘The Escape of the Seven: Resurrection’)
- Top Excellence Award (Action): Ahn Bo Hyun (‘Flex X Cop’), Jeon Mi Do (‘Connection’)
- Top Excellence Award (Multi-Season Drama): Kim Nam Gil (‘The Fiery Priest 2’), Lee Ha Nee (‘The Fiery Priest 2’)
- Top Excellence Award (Human or Fantasy Drama): Kim Jae Young (‘The Judge From Hell’), Nam Ji Hyun (‘Good Partner’)
- Lifetime Achievement Award: Kim Young Ok (‘The Judge From Hell’)
