Actress Lee Sung Kyung won the Best New Actress award at the 10th Korean Musical Awards for her performance in the musical “Aladdin.”
The ceremony was held on January 19, marking a major milestone in her career.
Taking the stage, she introduced herself as “musical actress Lee Sung Kyung” and said the past year had been “the happiest time of my life.”
“A Stage I Dreamed of for 16 Years”
In her acceptance speech, Lee Sung Kyung shared that musical theater had been her long-held dream.
“This was something I dreamed of for about 16 years.
Because I loved it so much, I kept postponing it, thinking I wasn’t ready.”
She thanked the entire “Aladdin” team, her fellow cast members, and fans, adding that their support helped her grow both personally and professionally.
Perfect Casting as Princess Jasmine
In “Aladdin,” Lee Sung Kyung played Princess Jasmine, earning praise for her confident performance, emotional depth, and striking visuals.
Fans affectionately nicknamed her “Blasmine” (Black Swan + Jasmine) for her elegant presence and strong stage charisma.
Critics highlighted her ability to balance vocal performance with acting, proving her versatility on the musical stage.
A Rare Achievement Across Drama and Musical Theater
With this win, Lee Sung Kyung becomes one of the few actresses to receive Rookie Awards in both television and musical theater.
She previously won a rookie award at the MBC Drama Awards, making this her second major newcomer honor in a different genre.
Industry insiders note that she is steadily expanding her range from dramas and variety shows to full-scale stage productions.
Looking Ahead
The win confirms Lee Sung Kyung’s successful transition into musical theater and positions her as one of the most promising multi-genre actresses in Korea today.
As she promised in her speech:
“I’ll keep working harder and humbly, and become an actress who brings happiness to the audience.”