Actor Lee Sung Minwell known to K-Drama fans for his starring roles as chaebol one inside Born again richhe’s no newbie to the world of entertainment, that’s for sure. But his latest achievement reminded him that being a rookie is a state of mind, one that keeps him on his toes.
At the “2nd Pinggyego Awards”, held by the comedian Yoo Jae Suk for his YouTube show on the channel DdeunDdeunLee won the “Rookie Award” against strong contenders such as aespa‘S Karina, Davichi‘S Kang Minkyungactors Koo Kyo Hwan, Jin Seon KyuAND Bo Young Park.
The first category to be awarded is the Rookie Award. This award will go to a rookie who hasn’t worked with me for a long time but he showed great potential in the variety show industry.
— Yoo Jae Suk
With 37 years of acting experience, Lee didn’t expect a “Rookie Award”. But he shared a heartfelt acceptance speech via the recording, saying the award has continued ever since “filled [him] with new energy.”
Thank you. This… This is amazing. I hadn’t received a Rookie Award since I received one about 30 years ago, when I was 24 or 25 and acting in plays. I never thought I would receive another Rookie Award in my life. So, thank you for giving me this award.
Now, I’m at an age where life starts to get a little slow. But, after receiving this award, I set a new goal and feel more energetic. If I get the chance in the future… I will strive to do better in this genre and possibly win the Popularity Award or even the Grand Prize. You have given me an award that has filled me with more energy than any other award I have received in 2024. With this I think I will be able to end the year on a very happy note. Thanks again.
—Lee Sung Min
Yoo Jae Suk, the other participants, and viewers watching at home couldn’t help but appreciate Lee Sung Min’s sincere attitude in accepting the award!
During 2024 Pinggyego During the awards voting period (November 2023 to November 2024), a total of 45 videos were released, featuring 77 members, garnering positive responses from members. Consequentially, Pinggyego reached the milestone of 563,533,191 cumulative views in 2024.
