The King of Fan Votes Strikes Again
In the sizzling heat of July 2025, one name stayed hot all month long—Hwang Youngwoong. The rising trot sensation once again dominated the Netizen Awards poll, claiming the highest number of votes across all categories and clinching the overall top honor for the second consecutive month.
Another 5-Crown Victory
From July 1 to 31, fans around the world clicked furiously, and their devotion paid off. Hwang took first place in five major categories: Best Male Singer, Album of the Year (for “Ttugaeot” / “Knit Sweater”), Best Fanbook, Best CF Model, and Net Grand Prix. That makes 10 straight months of five-category wins since October 2023—talk about consistency.
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What stood out even more than the wins was the unwavering support from his fanbase. Despite daily shifts in rankings and fierce competition, Hwang’s name remained firmly at the top. To fans, he wasn’t just a favorite—he was “the” number one.
July Honors Across the Board
While Hwang ruled the roost, July’s Netizen Awards had more stars shining bright. Some major standouts include:
- Female Singer Award: Jung Seo-joo (46,224 votes)
- Drama of the Month: tvN’s ‘Carry Sunjae on My Back’
- Top Actor: Byeon Woo-seok (14,902 votes)
- Top Actress: Kim Hye-yoon (25,582 votes)
- Major Star Award: Cho Yong-pil
Strong performances came from across the K-pop and K-drama world, but none matched Hwang’s total domination.
What’s Next in August?
As August kicks off, fans are holding their breath to see if Hwang’s reign will stretch to 11 straight victories—or if a surprise contender will rise. One thing’s for sure: July belongs to Hwang Youngwoong, and fans aren’t letting anyone forget it.
