Kim Shin-rok Wins Best Supporting Actress at 2025 MBC Drama Awards

Kim Shin-rok, known for her studies at Seoul National University and the Korea National University of Arts, has been awarded the Best Supporting Actress at the '2025 MBC Drama Awards'.

Portraying the role of Seo Myung-joo, the chairman of Byungmoon High School who pressures students to be number one, in 'Undercover High School', Kim left a strong impression. She received the Best Supporting Actress trophy at the awards ceremony held at the MBC Media Center Public Hall in Sangam-dong, Mapo-gu, Seoul, on the evening of the 30th.

In her acceptance speech, Kim Shin-rok reminisced, "I remember my family gathering in front of the TV, watching shows like 'Son and Daughter' and 'Mother's Sea', thinking how entertaining they were." She expressed her disbelief and gratitude, saying, "It's still surreal and deeply moving to be here receiving the MBC Drama Awards' Supporting Actress award today."

She continued, "This is my first drama with MBC, and I'm grateful to receive an award for it." She thanked the director, executive producer, and writer for entrusting her with the significant role of Seo Myung-joo, allowing her to bring the character to life.

Kim also expressed her gratitude to the viewers, stating, "Thanks to the viewers who love the drama, both the show and I could stand here today. I'm a big fan of dramas myself." She sincerely thanked the audience and extended her gratitude to her family, concluding her speech with, "To my husband, Park Kyung-chan, who shares all my concerns about acting, I love you."

The '2025 MBC Drama Awards', which reviews the year's MBC dramas, was simultaneously broadcast in Japan through KNTV. The ceremony was hosted by broadcaster Kim Sung-joo and actress Lee Sun-bin, who have been co-hosting since 2019.

Lee So-jung, TenAsia Reporter forusojung@tenasia.co.kr