Kim Chiu is named Best Global Star at South Korea’s iMBC Awards. The Philippine actress and TV host is listed as taking first place in the Best Global Star category, with Thai actress Rachanun Mahawan placing second and Thai actress-singer Tipnaree Weerawatnodom placing third. Her love team partner, Paulo Avelino, is also reported to rank fifth in the vote-based category.
Other iMBC Award winners mentioned include South Korean actor Byeon Woo-seok and singer-actress IU, who receive top acting honors as best actor and best actress, respectively. While outlets largely agree on Chiu’s win and the top placements in the Best Global Star category, one report provides more detailed background on the rankings and additional winners, while the other focuses briefly on the international recognition.
