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'Made in Korea' wins Best Director and Supporting Actor at Global OTT Awards
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'Made in Korea' wins Best Director and Supporting Actor at Global OTT Awards

From Chosun Ilbo · () Korean

Translated from Korean, summarized and contextualized by DistantNews.

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  • The South Korean original series 'Made in Korea' won two awards at the 2026 Global OTT Awards: Best Director and Best Supporting Actor.
  • Director Woo Min-ho received the Best Director award for his compelling direction and cinematic quality.
  • The series' success at the awards ceremony highlights its significant presence and quality in the global streaming landscape.

The South Korean original series 'Made in Korea' has solidified its global presence by securing two major awards at the 2026 Global OTT Awards: Best Director and Best Supporting Actor. The Disney+ series, penned by Park Eun-kyo and Park Joon-seok and directed by Woo Min-ho, demonstrated its compelling narrative and production quality on an international stage.

Director Woo Min-ho was honored with the Best Director award, recognizing his distinctive directorial style and the series' overall cinematic achievement. His work on 'Made in Korea' was lauded for its profound direction and the creation of a unique cinematic experience, contributing significantly to the show's critical acclaim.

The series also earned the Best Supporting Actor award, further underscoring the strength of its ensemble cast and the depth of its character portrayals. These accolades collectively highlight the series' success in captivating both audiences and critics within the competitive global streaming market.

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Originally published by Chosun Ilbo in Korean. Translated, summarized, and contextualized by our editorial team with added local perspective. Read our editorial standards.