MBC's Rookie Director Kim Yeon-koung, Winner of Two Korea Broadcasting Awards, to Return with Season 2 in October

MBC variety program 'Rookie Director Kim Yeon-koung' was honored with both the Best Program and Best Writer awards in the Entertainment/Variety TV category at the 53rd Korea Broadcasting Awards. At this awards ceremony, PD Kwon Rak-hee, who directed the program, received the Best Program award, and writer Song Hyun-min received the Best Writer award, while sound director Yu Han-sang also added meaning by receiving an individual award in the sound effects category.

What is covered in this episode

'Rookie Director Kim Yeon-koung' is a sports reality program that captures the process of volleyball legend Kim Yeon-koung transforming into a rookie director to found and lead a team called 'Pilseung Wonder Dogs'. Beyond simply dealing with wins and losses, it was evaluated as having formed a sense of empathy among viewers by sincerely portraying the growth narratives of underdog players dreaming of another chance. PD Kwon Rak-hee expressed gratitude, stating that the award was possible thanks to the cooperation of numerous staff members and officials.

Season 2 production and broadcasting plans

In Season 2, which will return with the joy of winning, the even more intense challenge of Kim Yeon-koung, who has reborn as an 'experienced director', and the 'Pilseung Wonder Dogs' will unfold. Writer Song Hyun-min shared her thoughts, saying it was meaningful to be able to record the story of a world-class athlete moving toward wonder together with underdog players. Season 2 of 'Rookie Director Kim Yeon-koung', which has proven its quality and topicality at the Korea Broadcasting Awards which began in 1973, will be broadcast in October.

Source: MBC Press Release

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