Forte di Quattro Takes Early Lead in 2025 Netizen Awards
As of July 12 at 12:02 AM, crossover vocal group Forte di Quattro is leading the vote for the ‘Best Group’ category in the 2025 Netizen Awards with a dominant 9,051 votes, accounting for 44.8% of the total count.
Known for their powerful vocal harmonies and classical stage presence, Forte di Quattro continues to captivate fans and maintain unwavering support. Their ability to showcase both musical prowess and emotional depth has earned them a fiercely loyal fanbase, securing their top spot in the month’s early voting stages.
Liberante’s Momentum Builds Ahead of Key Date
Close behind is Liberante, who has garnered 6,444 votes (31.9%), forming a two-way race with Forte di Quattro. As fans anticipate member Kim Jihoon’s upcoming military discharge and birthday on July 21, online support for the group is surging. One fan commented, “We hope July becomes Jihoon’s month—with his birthday, military discharge, and maybe even 1st place!” This has sparked interest in whether Liberante can close the gap in the weeks to come.
Mid-tier Race Heats Up Among Crossover Groups
Fortena holds third place with 1,541 votes (7.6%), displaying stability through its core fanbase. Meanwhile, La Poem (955 votes, 4.7%) and Forestella (860 votes, 4.3%) trail closely behind, intensifying the battle for mid-tier placement among the country’s top crossover groups.
K-pop Icons Still in the Running
Positions six through ten feature a mix of bands and K-pop superstars, with Jannabi, BTS, Plave, N.Flying, and SF9 all holding ground. Jannabi and N.Flying shine as standout band acts, while BTS continues to show global influence, keeping fans hopeful for a late-stage surge.
Beyond the top ten, globally recognized K-pop acts such as SEVENTEEN, NewJeans, BLACKPINK, TWICE, and (G)I-DLE round out the rankings. While their current vote counts are modest—BLACKPINK (30), TWICE (25), and (G)I-DLE (16)—international fans’ engagement could shift the results at any time.
Can the Leader Hold On?
With fanbase size and unity being key factors in the ‘Best Group’ race, an unexpected twist in the latter half of July isn’t out of the question. Whether Forte di Quattro maintains its lead or Liberante leverages ‘the Jihoon effect’ remains to be seen. The competition is heating up, and the battle for the top group of July is far from over.
