KUALA LUMPUR, Oct. 3 -- Malaysian model turned actress Anna Jobling made history in Seoul after clinching the Outstanding Asian Star trophy at the 20th Seoul International Drama Awards 2025 (SDA).

The 25-year-old rising star was given the award for her role as the single mother Cahayain the 28-episode TV3 drama Hai Cinta, Dengarkanlah!(Dear Love, Listen!).

Other stars who have won the same category include Jisoo from the famous K-pop group Blackpink, who won for her role as Young-jooin the zombie romantic-comedy series Newtopia.

Anna via a press statement said that she is extremely grateful for the recognition by SDA and for giving Malaysia a chance to shine on the international stage.

"This win is really meaningful because it is not ...