July Netizen Awards See Tactical Shift Among Fans
While the spotlight shines on the leaderboard, the real action at the July Netizen Awards is happening behind the scenes. As of July 8, 2025, fan communities aren’t merely casting votes — they’re running high-level election campaigns.
Gone are the days of simple mass voting. Now, fans are recalibrating their strategies to include time-based voting, vote distribution to avoid overlaps, rhythm-based voting schedules, and managing multiple accounts with precision. The goal? Maintaining a steady stream of votes rather than peaking too early.
New Strategy: Boosting the Middle Tier
Interestingly, some fandoms have also taken on a new task — reinvigorating mid-tier candidates. By directing votes to lower-ranked nominees within the Top 10, they aim to balance vote gaps and create a more leveled competition.
Hwang Young Woong Dominates Key Categories
Currently leading the Male Singer category is Hwang Young Woong, with Park Ji Hyun and Son Tae Jin on his tail. The race is incredibly tight, as even a small shift in votes could tip the balance.
Latest Rankings Snapshot (As of July 8, 12:09 AM)
- Male Singer: 1st – Hwang Young Woong, 2nd – Park Ji Hyun
- Female Singer: 1st – Jung Seo Joo, 2nd – Bin Ye Seo
- Best Album: 1st – Hwang Young Woong’s ‘Knitted Sweater’, 2nd – Jung Seo Joo’s ‘One Handwritten Letter’
- Best Group: 1st – Forte di Quattro, 2nd – Liberante
- Neo-Star: 1st – Kim Ji Hoon of Liberante, 2nd – Son Bin Ah
- Best Actor: 1st – Byun Woo Seok, 2nd – Rowoon
- Best Actress: 1st – Kim Hye Yoon, 2nd – Lee Se Young
- Best Film: 1st – The Girl on a Bulldozer, 2nd – 20th Century Girl
- Best Drama: 1st – tvN’s Carry Sunjae on My Back, 2nd – MBC’s Motel California
- Masterpiece: 1st – tvN’s Secret Royal Inspector & Joy, 2nd – JTBC’s King the Land
- Legend Star: 1st – Cho Yong Pil, 2nd – Kim Wan Sun
- Legend Actor: 1st – Jung Young Joo, 2nd – Jo Han Chul
- Sports Star: 1st – Heo Woong, 2nd – An Se Young
- KBO Team of the Year: 1st – KIA Tigers, 2nd – Lotte Giants
- Top Celebrity: 1st – Jung Seo Joo (Trot Rising Star), 2nd – Giant Peng TV (Pengsoo)
- Broadcast Star: 1st – Son Tae Jin, 2nd – Kian84
- Culture Show: 1st – TV Chosun’s Trot All-Star Wednesday Night, 2nd – MBN’s Burning Roses
- Leading Company: 1st – Samsung Electronics, 2nd – Hyundai Motor Company
- Top Businessperson: 1st – Lee Jae Yong, 2nd – Chung Eui Sun
- Fan Book Favorite: 1st – Hwang Young Woong, 2nd – Jung Seo Joo
- CF Model: 1st – Hwang Young Woong, 2nd – Jung Seo Joo
- Net Grand Prix (King of Kings): 1st – Hwang Young Woong, 2nd – Jung Seo Joo
Conclusion: It’s More Than a Fan War Now
The competition has evolved far beyond simple popularity. With organized voting tactics and data-driven strategies, the July Netizen Awards have become a high-stakes arena where only the most committed fandoms will prevail.
Fans aren’t just voting — they’re campaigning, strategizing, and pushing boundaries. With weeks still to go, anything can happen. One thing’s for sure: the war’s not over yet.
