Who Will Win the 2025 Netizen Fanbook Grand Prize?
As of June 30, 5:46 PM KST, the 2025 Netizen Awards are in their final stretch, and the anticipation couldn’t be higher. The Fanbook Grand Prize, which balances popularity and brand power across genres, remains up for grabs with fans pushing hard for their favorites.
Hwang Youngwoong vs. Jung Seojoo: Round Two of the Brand Battle
With over 93,000 votes (28.8%), singer Hwang Youngwoong leads the pack. Hot on his heels is Jung Seojoo with nearly 64,000 votes (19.7%). Both stars have dominated multiple categories throughout June, showcasing their broad appeal and strong fandom loyalty.
In third place is actress Kim Hyeyoon, who has collected 27,654 votes (8.5%). Though she’s known for her acting roles rather than music, Kim’s position shows how acting talent and brand affinity can come together for major fan support.
Places 4 to 10: Genre Ambassadors Make Their Mark
Leading the K-drama-to-trot crossovers, Park Jihyun sits at fourth with 23,947 votes (7.4%), followed closely by Son Taejin with 21,497 votes (6.6%). Both stars have successfully captured younger fans while staying true to their roots in traditional Korean music genres.
K-trot artists My Jin (6th), Enoch (7th), and Bin Yesuh (8th) continue to prove that this genre isn’t going anywhere, with each gathering over 14,000 votes. Meanwhile, Jang Minho (9th) and Liberante (10th) maintain solid fan engagement, rounding out the Top 10.
Middle-Tier Stars Fight for a Comeback
Positions 11 through 15 reflect a fierce mid-tier battle. Singer Jung Subin leads this tier with 6,448 votes, followed by vocal group Fortena, rising actor Byun Wooseok, young sensation Jeong Dongwon, and trot queen Song Ga-in. Despite being further down the list, each maintains strong niche followings.
Icons and Trendsetters Fill Out the Top 20
Veteran singer Cho Yong-pil ranks 16th, his influence still on display. They’re followed by the alternative band Jannabi, actress Hyeri, BLACKPINK’s Jennie—who joined voting mid-June yet climbed rapidly—and finally BTS’s Jin with 16 votes. While some may have fallen short in votes, their symbolic presence speaks volumes.
Final Hours May Change It All
Since the awards aren’t purely fan-vote based, but factor in cross-category popularity, the final tally could shift significantly. Particularly close is the race between 2nd and 4th place, which remains too close to call. Voting closes at midnight, so fans are continuing to rally in these last crucial hours.
Whether driven by nostalgia, loyalty, or trendsetting power, the results of the 2025 Netizen Awards will offer a fascinating look into Korea’s entertainment landscape—and the fans who shape it.
