Busan: Taiwanese crime drama "The Outlaw Doctor" won the best Asian contents award, while actress Suri Lin was named best new actress at the Global OTT Awards in Busan, South Korea, on Sunday. It was the first time a Taiwanese production had won the honor since the awards were launched in 2019.According to Focus Taiwan, producer Tang Sheng-jung expressed his satisfaction upon hearing from several international jurors who enjoyed the series. He believed that setting the story against a backdrop of cross-border crime resonated with audiences worldwide.Lin was recognized for her role in Netflix's "Born for the Spotlight", where she portrayed Shih Ai-ma, an actress discovered by her agent "Ms. Chubby", played by Chung Hsin-ling. Chung presented the award to Lin at the ceremony, reflecting their on-screen relationship. Lin shared the title with South Korean actress Chung Su-bin, honored for her role in the series "Friendly Rivalry."In her acceptance speech, Lin dedicated the award to the show's director, Ye n Yi-wen, stating that Yen "inspired me personally and professionally." She expressed gratitude for the show's impact, saying, "With Born for the Spotlight, you make so many people feel seen and heard and understood, including me. So, thank you for that."The Global OTT Awards recognize excellence in TV, OTT, and digital content worldwide. The awards are co-hosted by South Korea's Ministry of Science and ICT and the Busan Metropolitan City and are part of the International Streaming Festival 2025.

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