Kim Ji Soo and Kiray Celis have earned nominations at the prestigious Ima Wa Ima Asian International Film Festival and Entertainment Special Awards 2024!
The Sparkle stars are set to attend the award ceremony, which will take place on December 1 at the Sumiyoshi Main Hall in Osaka, Japan.
Notable Nominations
- Kim Ji Soo is nominated for the Outstanding International Actor in a Cross-Cultural Series award for his standout performance in the GMA series Abot-Kamay Na Pangarap. Ji Soo, known for his versatility, previously appeared in the action series Black Rider as Adrian Park and starred in the film Mujigae.
- Kiray Celis has already made waves internationally. She previously bagged the Breakthrough Performance Award at the Wu Wei Taipei International Film Festival for her role in Malditas in Maldives. This year, she continues to shine as a nominee at Ima Wa Ima.
Recent Projects
Kiray recently showcased her comedic flair in the GMA Prime series My Guardian Alien, starring alongside Marian Rivera and Gabby Concepcion.
Meanwhile, Kim Ji Soo has been gaining recognition not only for his performances but also for his positive impression of Filipino culture, calling Filipinos “very passionate.”
The Ima Wa Ima Asian International Film Festival celebrates outstanding talents across Asia, spotlighting actors and filmmakers breaking barriers in cross-cultural storytelling.