Kyuwon 'Q' Kim Reflects on Blue Dragon Series Awards Win: "I Didn't Expect It at All..."

Kyuwon 'Q' Kim, who recently won the Best New Male Entertainer award at the Blue Dragon Series Awards, shared his emotional reflections on the tension of the ceremony and his deep affection for his family.

An Unexpected Win and Tears at the Ceremony

Appearing on the MBC variety program 'Radio Star', Kim reminisced about his recent experience at the Blue Dragon Series Awards. During the show, he described the whirlwind of being nominated for Best New Male Entertainer at what was his first-ever awards ceremony. He noted that he was nominated alongside stars such as Byeon Woo-seok, Kim Seon-ho, Cardergard, and Chef Hudeokjuk, recounting the atmosphere and the reactions of those around him.

Kim described the intense trembling he felt at the moment of his victory. He recalled the thrill of seeing those around him stand up to congratulate him as his name was called. He explained how his emotions surged just before the announcement, noting that footage captured him in tears as the overwhelming feeling lasted throughout the ceremony. He looked back on his acceptance speech, where he said, "I didn't expect it at all, but I miss my family so much, who must be watching us on TV. I will become a humble clown.""

Congratulations from Yoo Jae Suk and Full Support from Family

The conversation also touched on connections made at the event. Kim recalled receiving a "Congratulations" from Yoo Jae Suk just before his win. He then expressed gratitude for his family's unwavering support, sharing an anecdote about how his eldest brother-in-law often brags about him via video calls when out with friends.

Kim also expressed his desire to provide financial stability for his family. He mentioned that although he encourages his parents to use their credit cards freely, they often feel burdened by his generosity. He shared a story about suggesting his mother visit a luxury brand store, only for her to feel uncomfortable. Ultimately, he revealed his long-term goal: to pay off the mortgage on the family home.