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BLACKPINK’s Jisoo has achieved a significant milestone in her acting career by being named the Outstanding Asian Star at the 20th Seoul International Drama Awards. The announcement, made just over two months before the official ceremony, has stirred a flurry of excitement among her fans worldwide. Jisoo earned this recognition for her performance in the Coupang Play series Newtopia, where she portrayed the character Kang Yeong Ju. Set against the grim backdrop of a zombie apocalypse, the role was a challenging departure from her earlier work. Yet, her portrayal was met with admiration for its emotional depth and resilience, especially given that this is only her second official acting project.
Jisoo received 38.28% of the public votes, a clear indication of her widespread support across Asia and beyond. This award marks a turning point for her, distinguishing her as not just a globally recognized idol but also an emerging force in acting. It’s also her first major international acting award since she won the Hallyu Drama Award for Snowdrop back in 2022. At the time, Snowdrop had introduced her to the world of television dramas, and her portrayal of Eun Young Ro was praised for its vulnerability and poise. Now, with Newtopia, she’s demonstrated her growth and willingness to tackle more demanding roles.
Fans were quick to celebrate the news across social media platforms, taking pride in the massive voting effort that helped secure her win. Many shared messages of admiration, gratitude, and anticipation. Some even remarked on how fulfilling it felt to see her work recognized in such a grand way, especially given her steady evolution as an actress. A number of fans also expressed hopes that she would be able to attend the award ceremony in person to accept the honor herself. This wish is underscored by the fact that BLACKPINK currently does not have any public commitments scheduled for that day, which raises the possibility of her making an appearance.
However, concerns still linger based on past occurrences where Jisoo missed important milestones related to her acting endeavors. The most recent example was her absence from the production briefing for Omniscient Reader: The Prophet, where her presence had been highly anticipated. Fans are therefore cautiously optimistic this time, hoping that she will seize this opportunity to celebrate her hard-earned recognition publicly.
The 20th Seoul International Drama Awards will be held on October 2, 2025, at KBS Hall in Seoul. The event will be broadcast live via SBS TV and YouTube, allowing fans from all over the globe to tune in. In the days following the ceremony, public celebrations will be hosted at Banpo Hangang Park and Songpa Naru Park from October 3 to 4. With the event promising to be a star-studded and meaningful affair, all eyes are now on whether Jisoo will take to the stage not just as an idol, but as an award-winning actress.