Choi Min Sik and Drama 'BIG BET' Wins Golden Bird Award at Seoul International Drama Awards

Kapanlagi.com - Last night, on Thursday (21/9), popular Korean crime drama BIG BET won the Golden Bird Prize for Best Program at the Seoul International Drama Awards. Not only that, the lead actor of this series, Choi Min Sik, also won the Best Individual category.

First held in 2006, the Seoul International Drama Awards presents awards for the best stories in serial dramas worldwide.

Upon its release, BIG BET became headline news for breaking records, making it the most-watched locally produced original series on Disney+ Korea (based on airtime).

1. About 'BIG BET'

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Starring legendary actor Choi Min Sik in his first TV screen appearance in over 25 years, BIG BET follows the story of the rise and potential fall of a businessman named Cha Moo Sik. A manipulative expert with an insatiable thirst for power, every endeavor by Moo Sik takes him deeper into the criminal world until he eventually takes over the reins of one of the most prestigious casinos in Asia.

With politicians and police behind him, Moo Sik becomes unstoppable until an enthusiastic Korean police officer brings him in as part of a murder investigation. Cornered and with no other choice, Moo Sik will do whatever it takes to survive.

2. Cast & Director Lineup

Starring Choi Min Sik as Cha Moo Sik, a successful casino mogul, BIG BET also features Son Seok Ku, Lee Dong Hwi, and Heo Sung Tae. This drama is directed by Kang Yun Sung, who won the Best New Director category at the 54th Baeksang Arts Awards and the 23rd Chunsa Film Art Awards.

Watch the first and second seasons of BIG BET exclusively on Disney+ Hotstar. It is also available on Hulu in the United States.

(kpl/sry)