ZEROBASEONE and TOUERS in Tight Race at Netizen Awards

Only One Vote Apart in the Final Rankings

As of 6 p.m. on May 29, 2025 (KST), two rookie K-pop groups—ZEROBASEONE and TOUERS—are in a nail-biting competition for the Best Group title in the May Netizen Awards. Currently sitting at 19th and 20th place, the groups are separated by just one vote, with ZEROBASEONE leading 6–5.

Symbolic Victory Beyond the Numbers

Though their positions may seem minor in the grand scheme of the awards, their presence on the chart is loaded with meaning. For up-and-coming idols, earning even a single mention signals public recognition and the start of something bigger—a symbolic foothold in the ever-competitive K-pop scene.

ZEROBASEONE: Rising from Reality Show Stardom

ZEROBASEONE, formed through a survival audition program, has rapidly gained popularity with its trendy music and fan-focused activities. Their presence in the Netizen Awards reflects both their current appeal and future potential. Even a lower-tier ranking could become a launching pad for next month’s growth.

TOUERS: Making Waves from the Starting Line

TOUERS, although at the bottom of the list, have already made a meaningful statement. Their inclusion shows that their fans are engaged and ready to support. While others may see last place as the end, TOUERS and their fandom are treating it as a beginning—a runway for future success.

A Battle That Could Change in One Vote

This is more than a clash of underdogs—each vote holds the power to flip the standings entirely. As fan communities mobilize, the final two days of voting could become the platform for one group’s first breakout moment.

In a world where today’s least-known act can become tomorrow’s top star, this minor face-off might just be the spark that lights the future of K-pop’s next big group.

The final countdown has begun—every vote counts.