Super Junior receives first Presidential Commendation 21 years after debut
The group Super Junior was honored with a Presidential Commendation at the 17th Korea Popular Culture and Arts Awards, marking their first such recognition in 21 years since their debut.
Super Junior was honored with a Presidential Commendation at the 17th Korea Popular Culture and Arts Awards on the 29th, marking their first such recognition since debuting 21 years ago and 16 years after receiving a Minister of Culture, Sports and Tourism Commendation in 2010.
The group Super Junior has received a Presidential Commendation 21 years after their debut.
Super Junior was awarded the Presidential Commendation at the 17th Korea Popular Culture and Arts Awards held on the 29th.
The Korea Popular Culture and Arts Awards is a government award presented to individuals who have contributed to the development of popular culture and the spread of the Korean Wave, and it is recognized for its authority in the field of popular culture and arts.
This award holds even more special meaning for Super Junior, as it comes 16 years after they received the Minister of Culture, Sports and Tourism Commendation at the 1st awards ceremony in 2010.
During their acceptance speech, Super Junior shouted their team slogan, “We are Super Junior!” The members stated, “We have received many awards during our 21 years since debut, but this is our first Presidential Commendation, so it is even more meaningful,” adding, “It makes us proud to know that our small dream of becoming famous because we loved singing and dancing is being recognized worldwide.”
They also added, “We thank all the E.L.F. around the world who supported us so that we wouldn't lose courage anytime, anywhere,” and “We will continue to promote with good energy, just as we have done so far, in a way that is true to Super Junior.”
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