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Magnolia Award winners revealed at the 30th Shanghai TV Festival

CGTN

The 30th Shanghai TV Festival concluded on Friday, June 27, 2025, with a star-studded closing ceremony at the Lingang Performing Arts Center, where the prestigious Magnolia Awards were presented to honor excellence in television production, performance and storytelling.

"To the Wonder" is announced as the Best TV Series (China) Award at the 30th Shanghai TV Festival, June 27, 2025. /CFP

"To the Wonder" is announced as the Best TV Series (China) Award at the 30th Shanghai TV Festival, June 27, 2025. /CFP

Among the top honors, the eight-episode series "To the Wonder," adapted from Li Juan's acclaimed essay collection "My Altay," won Best TV Series (China). The series also received the International Communication Award, recognizing its cross-cultural resonance and international impact.

Fei Zhenxiang took home Best Director for "She and Her Girls," a heartfelt drama inspired by the life of renowned female educator Zhang Guimei.

Song Jia accepts the Best Actress in a Leading Role Award at the 30th Shanghai TV Festival, June 27, 2025. /CFP
Song Jia accepts the Best Actress in a Leading Role Award at the 30th Shanghai TV Festival, June 27, 2025. /CFP

Song Jia accepts the Best Actress in a Leading Role Award at the 30th Shanghai TV Festival, June 27, 2025. /CFP

Song Jia, who portrayed Zhang Guimei in the series, was awarded Best Actress in a Leading Role, marking her second Magnolia win after "The Brin" in 2012.

Jin Dong won Best Actor in a Leading Role for his portrayal of former Communist Party of China leader Xi Zhongxun in "Echoes of the Northwest."

Jin Dong receives the Best Actor in a Leading Role Award at the 30th Shanghai TV Festival, June 27, 2025. /CFP
Jin Dong receives the Best Actor in a Leading Role Award at the 30th Shanghai TV Festival, June 27, 2025. /CFP

Jin Dong receives the Best Actor in a Leading Role Award at the 30th Shanghai TV Festival, June 27, 2025. /CFP

In the supporting categories, Jiang Qiming won Best Supporting Actor for "Escape from the Trilateral Slopes," while Jiang Xin received Best Supporting Actress for "Romance in the Alley."

The Magnolia Awards also recognized international productions and cross-genre works. Winners of the International Communication Award included:

Magnolia Award winners revealed at the 30th Shanghai TV Festival

The 2025 Magnolia Awards highlighted a strong year for Chinese television, celebrating compelling narratives, nuanced performances, and growing global reach.

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