On October 9, 2016, an awards ceremony was held to celebrate tvN's 10th anniversary and honor the programs and cast members who have shone on the channel.
tvN10 Awards
Honestly, when you think of award ceremonies in Korea, the first thing that comes to mind is a .
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The tvN10 Awards received widespread praise for injecting a breath of fresh air into every aspect, from stage design and hosting to overall ambiance.
The congratulatory performances by singers and are still talked about and viewed on YouTube today, highlighting iconic moments.
Many viewers lauded the awards ceremony, where cast members truly seemed to be enjoying themselves in a festive atmosphere.
Because of this, everyone is looking forward to the tvN 20th-anniversary awards ceremony (tvN20 Awards) in the fall of 2026.
Due to the nature of the awards ceremony, works released within two years of the event are typically nominated.
However, so many mega-hit workshave been released in the interim, so we will take a look at the noteworthy shows from a perspective.
[2016]
《Guardian: The Lonely and Great God》 : December 2, 2016 – January 21, 2017.
Drama <Goblin>
If it had been a year-end ceremony, would likely have swept all the awards.
Unfortunately, its broadcast timing didn't align with the tvN10 Awards, preventing its participation.
Wouldn't it be fitting for the Goblin OST, whose mere melody conjures up the drama, to usher in the beginning of the tvN20 Awards?
[2017]
《Stranger》June 10, 2017 – July 30, 2017.
《Prison Playbook》November 22, 2017 – January 18, 2018.
Drama <Stranger>
Another successful well-made genre drama, , cultivated a devoted fanbase, leading to a second season.
Given the universally positive reception from the beginning to the end, it's highly probable that the cast will participate in the awards ceremony.
[2018]
《My Mister》March 21, 2018 – May 17, 2018.
《What's Wrong with Secretary Kim》June 6, 2018 – July 26, 2018.
《Mr. Sunshine》July 7, 2018 – September 30, 2018.
《100 Days My Prince》September 10, 2018 – October 30, 2018.
《Encounter》November 28, 2018 – January 24, 2019.
《Memories of the Alhambra》December 1, 2018 – January 20, 2019.
Drama <My Mister>
I wonder if a corner dedicated to the late actor Lee Sun-kyun, the lead actor from the drama , might be established.
In October 2023, drug use allegations surfaced, and while under police investigation, he tragically ended his life.
It was a heartbreaking incident. He was a talented actor, and it's truly saddening to think about why things unfolded this way.
Drama <Mr. Sunshine>
Starring Lee Byung-hun, an actor whose acting skills are beyond reproach, and rising star Kim Tae-ri,
shattered tvN's drama viewership records and gained global recognition through its release on Netflix.
Unlike the writer's previous works that were divisive due to their often-cloying and predictable storylines, resonated deeply with its poignant narrative and cinematic quality, centered on the theme of 'righteous army'.
[2019]
《The King's Avatar》January 7, 2019 – March 4, 2019.
《Arthdal Chronicles》June 1, 2019 – September 22, 2019.
《Hotel Del Luna》July 13, 2019 – September 1, 2019.
《Crash Landing On You》December 14, 2019 – February 16, 2020.
Drama <Crash Landing on You>
The story follows Yoon Se-ri, a successful heiress in the fashion industry, who unexpectedly crash-lands in North Korea after a paragliding accident due to a sudden gust of wind.
She is hidden and protected by Ri Jeong-hyeok, a top-notch North Korean officer, and their unlikely romance unfolds in utmost secrecy.
Many initially dismissed the premise as unrealistic and excessive.
However, it defied all expectations and maintained the highest viewership ratings for a tvN drama for an impressive four years.
The unique plot and story development were praised, and the drama was widely acclaimed for successfully blending humor, entertainment, and emotional depth.
Furthermore, considering the two lead actors' real-life marriage stemming from this very drama, their attendance at the awards ceremony seems almost inevitable, doesn't it?
[2020]
《Hospital Playlist》March 12, 2020 – May 28, 2020.
《It's Okay to Not Be Okay》June 20, 2020 – August 9, 2020.
《Stranger 2》August 15, 2020 – October 4, 2020.
《Mr. Queen》December 12, 2020 – February 14, 2021.
Drama <Hospital Playlist>
If the series was the highlight of the tvN10 Awards, the series will undoubtedly take center stage at the tvN20 Awards.
It's considered a well-made drama, notably distinguished by the absence of any villains.
Following seasons 1 and 2, season 3 is tentatively confirmed, much to the anticipation of fans.
[2021]
《Vincenzo》February 20, 2021 – May 2, 2021.
《Hospital Playlist Season 2》June 17, 2021 – September 16, 2021.
《Hometown Cha-Cha-Cha》August 28, 2021 – October 17, 2021.
《Mount Jiri》October 23, 2021 – December 12, 2021.
Drama <Vincenzo>
Despite airing concurrently with , a drama that became infamous for its over-the-top, melodramatic storylines that drew both criticism and morbid fascination,
it garnered high viewership and significant buzz. It also featured a cameo appearance from the drama .
Whether or not it will attend the awards ceremony is debatable.
[2022]
《Twenty-Five Twenty-One》February 12, 2022 – April 3, 2022.
《Military Prosecutor Doberman》February 28, 2022 – April 26, 2022.
《Little Women》September 3, 2022 – October 9, 2022.
《Sh**ting Stars》October 15, 2022 – December 4, 2022.
Drama <Twenty Five Twenty One>
The drama became a hot topic as viewers, having learned from the series, were captivated by the search for the main character's husband, reminiscing about the past.
However, the ending was divisive, with some criticizing it as a disappointing anticlimactic conclusion.
With , , and the upcoming drama slated for release in 2024,
Kim Tae-ri's presence at the tvN20 Awards seems highly likely.
[2023]
《Crash Course in Romance》January 14, 2023 – March 5, 2023.
《The Uncanny Counter 2: Counter Punch》July 29, 2023 – September 3, 2023.
《The Diva of the Desert Island》October 28, 2023 – December 3, 2023.
[2024]
《Marry My Husband》January 1, 2024 – February 20, 2024.
《The Queen's Tears》March 9, 2024 – April 28, 2024.
Drama <Queen of Tears>
It's not an exaggeration to call it the biggest hit of 2024.
With a viewership rating of 24.9%, it surpassed the 21.7% achieved by the writer's previous work, ,
claiming the top spot for the highest viewership ratings in tvN drama history and ending on a high note.
With about 2 years and 6 months until the tvN20 Awards, it remains to be seen whether another work of this caliber will emerge.
I'm not the only one anticipating the tvN20 Awards with its even more impressive lineup, am I?