Son Taejin Holds a Strong Lead
South Korean singer and TV personality Son Taejin is having his moment. As of August 8, 2025, at 1:30 PM KST, he’s reigning supreme in the TV category of the 2025 Netizen Awards with 6,641 votes, claiming a dominating 65.4% voting share. Thanks to his crossover success in both music and variety shows, Son’s all-around charm has clearly struck a chord with fans.
Second Place Is a Photo Finish Between Kian84 and Joo Woojae
But while Son glides ahead, drama brews just behind him. Webtoonist-turned-variety-star Kian84 and model-turned-TV-host Joo Woojae are neck and neck in an intense battle for second place. With only 40 votes between them—Kian84 at 866 (8.5%) vs. Joo Woojae at 826 (8.1%)—their fandoms have gone into overdrive, launching a full-blown vote war. Think Super Bowl halftime, but make it K-variety.
Don’t Count Out the Underdogs
Elsewhere in the leaderboard, the competition is just as fierce. Singer Lee Chanwon has locked in 507 votes (5.0%), followed closely by the nation’s MC Yoo Jaesuk with 468 (4.6%). Veteran host Kang Hodong sits steadily at sixth place with 418 (4.1%). Even beloved entertainers like Lee Seunggi (158), Jang Doyeon (132), Dex (86), and Lee Iikyung (53) are keeping things interesting at the lower end of the chart.
What’s Next?
With Son Taejin building what looks like an unshakable lead, the spotlight is now on the head-to-head between Kian84 and Joo Woojae. Who will clinch the silver? The voting war is still heating up, and fans are showing no signs of slowing down. Expect upsets, late rallies, and possibly some chaos—netizen-style.
💡 Heads up!
The Netizen Awards are a fan-driven voting competition recognizing TV and entertainment talent across Korea. Winners can earn serious bragging rights—and make surprise headlines in the process.
Who are you rooting for? The clock ticks down, and every click counts.
