BLACKPINK vs. SEVENTEEN: The Battle Begins
The June 2025 edition of the Netizen Awards is heating up, especially in the highly competitive Best Group category. On the morning of June 7, both BLACKPINK and SEVENTEEN were tied at 23 votes (0.2%), sharing the 12th spot. With just one vote capable of shaking up the rankings, fans of both global K-pop powerhouses are rallying online to push their favorites ahead.
Tightly Packed Leaderboard with Crossover Teams Leading
Currently topping the category are crossover vocal groups ForteNA (4,818 votes, 31.6%) and Forte di Quattro (4,762 votes, 31.3%). Other strong contenders like LIBERANTE and Lapoem are holding firm in the top tier. But the real drama lies in the middle and lower ranks, where BLACKPINK and SEVENTEEN—both known for their massive global fanbases—are preparing for a potential surge.
Timing Is Everything: Fanbases Yet to Mobilize
So far, neither fandom has fully mobilized, making this moment a crucial turning point. SEVENTEEN has been actively promoting new music, reigniting fan passion, while BLACKPINK continues to wield its megastar status as one of K-pop’s most internationally beloved girl groups. Both groups have a track record of late-stage comebacks in voting-based contests, adding an extra layer of unpredictability.
Only 0.1% Could Flip the Rankings
The voting race is far from over. With ranks being determined by margins as slim as 0.1%, this face-off is more than just a popularity contest—it’s a test of loyalty, timing, and fandom coordination. As of now, BLACKPINK and SEVENTEEN share a spot in 12th place. But in the world of K-pop, a few hours—and a few fans—can change everything.
Where will this high-stakes showdown end? That’s up to the fans. The real fight starts now.
