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Jisoo Named Outstanding Asian Star for Newtopia at 20th Seoul International Drama Awards

The BLACKPINK member earned the award with a commanding 38.28 percent of public votes.

Overview

  • This accolade is Jisoo’s first major acting award since she won the Hallyu Drama Award for her debut in Snowdrop in 2022.
  • She earned the honor for her portrayal of Kang Yeong Ju in Coupang Play’s zombie drama Newtopia, her second acting project.
  • Fans mobilized online voting efforts, flooding social media with congratulations following the public vote that decided the title.
  • The award ceremony will take place on October 2, 2025, at KBS Hall in Seoul with additional public festivities planned at nearby parks.
  • Supporters are now awaiting word on whether Jisoo will appear in person at the ceremony, as no BLACKPINK group activities are scheduled on that date.