The 3rd Blue Dragon Series Awards, held on July 19 at Paradise City in Incheon, honored Park Bo Young with the Best Actress award for her stellar performance in the Netflix series “Daily Dose of Sunshine.” The event, hosted by Jeon Hyun-moo and Yoona, also aired live on KBS2.
Park Bo Young receives top honors for her role in “Daily Dose of Sunshine” at the prestigious Blue Dragon Series Awards
During the speech, Park Bo Young expressed deep respect for her fellow nominees and reflected on the challenges portraying Jung Da-eun in the series. “I really want to say that I respect all the seniors and fellow actors who were nominated together with me. ‘Daily Dose of Sunshine’ is a project I decided to do because I wanted to empathize with other people and comfort them. It was not easy at all while playing the role of Jung Da-eun,” she shared.
In addition, she acknowledge the support of her co-stars, stating, “Jung-eun, Sang-hee, Ji-yeon, and Lee-dam, who appear in the drama as my nurse colleagues, endured the filming with me. We always hugged and praised each other for working hard throughout the filming. I want to take this opportunity to thank all of you.”
Park Bo Young’s heartfelt words concluded with a message of hope: “If anyone is going through a dark and long night, I hope you don’t get too tired and will endure it until the end to see the morning. Thank you.”
Her role in “Daily Dose of Sunshine” was praised for its depth and boldness in tackling mental health and different psychosocial disabilities. This award at the Blue Dragon Series Awards confirms her as one of South Korea’s top actresses.
‘Daily Dose of Sunshine’ touches on what it is like to be a nurse in a psychiatric ward
In the drama, Park Bo Young is a dedicated nurse working in a psychiatric ward. She faces numerous challenges as she navigates her demanding job, offering care and empathy to patients dealing with mental health issues. The series delves into her personal growth, the bonds she forms with her colleagues, and the impact of her work on her own well-being. Through its heartfelt narrative, the drama sheds light on the importance of compassion and understanding in the realm of mental health care.