The Star Awards for 2024 called, "Star Awards 2024 (Chinese: 红星大奖2024) ," takes this year's theme as "A Vision Transformed, Shining in All Directions," through meticulously crafted stages and captivating visual effects, presenting the evolution and changes in the world of film and television, with the concept of increasingly splendid multi-directional screens.

"Star Awards 2024" will be divided into four main chapters - Ignite, Inspire, Impact, and Influence - symbolizing the various stages "Star" has experienced in their performing career. It cleverly incorporates the element of "quadrants" throughout, leading the audience into a feast of "vision transformation" entertainment. As in the past, the ceremony will present major professional awards and popularity awards to commend media professionals who have performed outstandingly in front of and behind the scenes over the past year. In addition, stars from both home and abroad will gather to add charm and color to this annual event.

The Nominees of the professional categories were announced on 22 February 2024, on the MeWatch official website.^[1]

The event's schedule has been thoughtfully and meticulously planned to ensure a seamless and engaging experience for all attendees and viewers, starting with the much-anticipated Walk of Fame segment, which is set to take place from 5:00 PM to 6:30 PM. This initial segment promises to captivate audiences with its glamour and excitement, showcasing celebrities and notable personalities as they make their grand entrance. Following the Walk of Fame, the event will transition into the prestigious Award Ceremony, scheduled from 7:00 PM to 10:00 PM. This ceremony is the highlight of the evening, where talents are recognized, and achievements are celebrated in a formal and dignified manner, making it a must-watch for fans and industry insiders alike.

Acknowledging the varied interests within the audience, excitement surrounds the offering of an exclusive, behind-the-scenes look at the event through the Backstage Live online commentary. This special feature, running for an extensive seven hours from 3:30 PM to 10:30 PM, provides enthusiasts and fans an intimate glimpse into backstage happenings, preparations, and candid moments typically hidden from public view. Such unique access serves perfectly for those desiring full immersion in the event experience, presenting insights and perspectives that extend beyond the main broadcast.

The show and red carpet event that year were televised across multiple platforms, including Channel 8, Mediacorp Channel U, mewatch, Mediacorp Entertainment YouTube with coverage running from 5:00 PM to 6:30 PM for the Walk-of-Fame, and from 7:00 PM to 10:00 PM for the ceremony. Additionally, exclusive backstage commentary was available on mewatch and Mediacorp Entertainment YouTube, extending from 3:30 PM to 10:30 PM.^[2]

Ceremony Information

The Star Awards 2024 this year will present 18 awards, encompassing both on-screen and behind-the-scenes categories. The drama "All That Glitters," starring Desmond Tan, Jeremy Chan, and Ayden Sun, leads with 11 nominations across 7 major categories, including "Best Actor," "Best Actress," "Best Supporting Actor," "Best Drama," "Young Talent Award," "Best Director," and "Best Screenplay," outperforming other works.

Desmond Tan and Jeremy Chan are both contending for the title of Best Actor with their roles in "All That Glitters." They face competition from Andie Chen ("Silent Walls"), Chen Han Wei ("Whatever Will Be, Will Be"), and last year's youngest Best Actor winner, Richie Koh ("Cash on Delivery").

Nominees

Most Nominated Drama Series

Winning category obtained are marked with bold.