Taiwanese actor Tseng Jing-hua won the Best Lead Actor award at the Global OTT Awards held in Busan, South Korea [1], [2].
The victory marks a significant moment for Taiwanese talent in the competitive streaming landscape, highlighting the growing international reach of regional content produced for global platforms.
The award was presented during the Korea International Streaming Festival [1], [2]. This event recognizes excellence in over-the-top (OTT) media, which encompasses content delivered via the internet rather than traditional broadcast methods.
Tseng received the honor for his performance in the Netflix series "Had I Not Seen the Sun" [1], [3]. The series features Tseng in a complex role, where he portrays a serial killer dealing with deep trauma [1], [2].
Industry observers said the performance was intense. The role required a multi-layered approach to depict the psychological state of a criminal, which contributed to his selection for the 2026 award [1], [4].
Busan has become a primary hub for these celebrations [1]. The city continues to host major cinematic and streaming events that bridge the gap between East Asian productions and global audiences [1], [2].
Tseng's win underscores the shift in how audiences consume dramas. As streaming services like Netflix invest more in non-English language content, actors from Taiwan are finding more opportunities to gain visibility in South Korean and international markets [1], [2].
“Tseng Jing-hua won the Best Lead Actor award at the Global OTT Awards”
This award reflects the increasing fluidity of the Asian entertainment market, where the 'Hallyu' wave of South Korean influence is now facilitating a reciprocal exchange of talent and recognition. By honoring a Taiwanese actor for a Netflix production, the Global OTT Awards acknowledge that streaming platforms have decoupled success from national borders, allowing regional performances to achieve global prestige.
