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| CMG China TV Drama Awards 2026 Winners Announced: Yu Hewei, Yang Mi and Sun Li Take Top Honours (Photo: CMG) |
The CMG China TV Drama Awards 2026 officially wrapped up its fourth annual ceremony, turning the spotlight firmly on the actors, creators and stories that shaped Chinese television over the past year. Held as one of the industry’s most closely watched award nights, this year’s ceremony blended reputation, performance quality and audience impact, resulting in a winners list that quickly became a talking point across fan communities and social media.
One of the biggest moments of the night belonged to Yu Hewei, who once again proved his acting weight through his role as Silent Honor. His controlled yet layered performance earned him the Best Actor title from CMG for the second time, reinforcing his standing as one of television’s most reliable heavy-hitters.
Many viewers felt his win was almost inevitable, especially given how consistently praised his portrayal had been since the drama aired.
Sharing the Best Actor spotlight was Guo Jingfei, recognised for his role in the series Uncle. His character-driven performance stood out for its emotional depth and grounded realism, drawing strong reactions from both audiences and judges.
For many netizens, Guo’s win represented a win for character actors who quietly dominate scenes without relying on spectacle.
The Best Actress category delivered one of the evening’s most discussed outcomes, with Sun Li and Yang Mi both receiving top honours.
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Sun Li was praised for her role as Hu Manli in A Better Life, a character whose life journey resonated strongly with mature audiences.
Her win was widely seen as a confirmation of her long-standing reputation for choosing layered, human-centred roles.
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Yang Mi’s win, however, carried a special emotional note. Through her portrayal of Ning XiuXiu, a rural woman in the period drama This Thriving Land, she secured her first-ever Best Actress title from CMG.
Many fans viewed this moment as a turning point in her career narrative, marking her transition from commercial icon to critically recognised actress.
Beyond the acting categories, the awards also highlighted drama production strength.
This Thriving Land and A Better Life were both named Annual Integrated Media Dramas, while Legend of Zang Hai and Legend of The Magnate received recognition in the overseas media category, reflecting their international reach.
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Liu Jiacheng took home Best Director of the Year, while Lin Yongjian was also recognised as Best Actor of the Year in another major acting category, underlining the depth of competition this year.
Rising talents were not left out, with Xing Fei earning Best Newcomer and Zhai Zilu being named Best New Actor.
Popularity-based awards went to names like Lan Yingying, Rayzha Alimjan, Tong Yao, Ou Hao and Chen Xiao, while influence awards highlighted Gao Yuanyuan, Mei Ting and Zhang Luyi as figures who continue to shape public attention and industry trends. Online reactions to the CMG China TV Drama Awards 2026 have been mixed but lively.
While many fans applauded the credibility of the acting wins, others debated category overlaps and questioned whether popularity and influence awards should carry equal weight. Still, most agreed that this year’s ceremony leaned more towards performance quality than hype alone.
Such a packed winners list and several career-defining moments, the CMG China TV Drama Awards 2026 has clearly set the tone for the year ahead. Do you agree with the results, or is there a performance you think deserved more recognition?