The , held on December 21, 2024, at the SBS Prism Tower in Seoul, served as a star-studded conclusion to a blockbuster year for K-dramas. Hosted by veteran comedian Shin Dong-yup alongside actresses Kim Hye-yoon and WJSN’s Bona , the ceremony celebrated the network's top-rated series and standout performances. The Grand Finale: Part 3 and the Daesang
A: This was Jang Nara's first acting Daesang in her 23-year acting career, marking a major milestone for the beloved star.
2024 introduced new faces and celebrated the maturity of established stars [3].
But where does “Nuna Drama” come from? In Korean, nuna (누나) means an older sister or a respected older female figure. Over the past year, SBS aired several strong “nuna” characters — from fierce lawyers to romantic leads in noona romances. Fans unofficially dubbed the 2024 SBS Drama Awards as the to celebrate actresses over 30 who carried the network’s ratings. This article breaks down the best moments of Part 3, ending at 36:00, and why that timestamp became legendary.
A moment in a mystery drama that broke social media [1].
This article breaks down the of the best—the top 36, or in this case, the most defining aspects, winners, and moments of Part 3 of the 2024 SBS Drama scene, marking the end of a spectacular year of television.
The final hour of the ceremony celebrated the absolute best performances of the year, categorized by genre and series structure. Award Category Associated Drama 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 Top Excellence (Genre / Action Miniseries) Ahn Bo-hyun & Jeon Mi-do Flex X Cop / Connection Lifetime Achievement Award Kim Young-ok The Judge from Hell Part 3 Best Unscripted and Chaotic Moments
Kim Nam-gil and Lee Hanee (Lee Honey) secured top acting prizes within the seasonal drama category for their work on The Fiery Priest 2 . Notable Multi-Award Winners
The third part of the ceremony, often termed the final, brought the highest-rated dramas into the spotlight. Jang Na-ra Bags First-Ever Daesang (Grand Prize)
The voting and selection process for the 2024 SBS Drama Awards will involve a combination of public voting and professional judging. A panel of experts will evaluate the dramas and select the top contenders, while the public will have the opportunity to vote for their favorite dramas and actors.
“SBS finally understanding that dramas with 35+ actresses ARE their ratings. Part 3 end 36 is where history was made.” — @dramabeansforum
The "Best" dramas showcased women in leadership roles, particularly in the legal and corporate thriller genres, setting a new standard for character complexity [2].
Rewarded for anchoring intense dramatic tension in their respective supporting roles. Park Shin-hye & Kim Jae-young The Judge from Hell