Byun Wooseok Takes the Lead with Over 36% of Votes
Fan votes are pouring in as the 2025 Netizen Awards reach their climax—and leading the race for Best Actor is none other than Byun Wooseok. As of August 23 at 12:47 AM (KST), Byun had secured more than 13,000 votes, scoring a solid 36% of the total, putting him firmly on top.
Close Chase: Rowoon, Lee Joon-gi, and Lee Min-ho
But the poll isn’t a done deal. Fans of other big-name actors aren’t backing down. In second place is Rowoon, former SF9 member turned drama heartthrob, with around 11.7% of the votes. Lee Joon-gi follows at 7.2%, with Lee Min-ho and Na In-woo rounding out the top five at 5.7% and 5.3% respectively.
Middle Ranks: A Tight Battle of Fan Power
The real tug-of-war seems to be happening in the middle of the pack. Jang Keun-suk (4.7%), Park Ji-hoon (4.2%), Kim Nam-gil (4.0%), Um Tae-goo (4.0%), and Lee Junho (3.9%) are all within striking distance of each other. With only dozens or a few hundred votes separating them, it’s anyone’s game.
Underdogs Gaining Momentum
Although they’re currently in the lower tier, actors like Park Bo-gum, Park Hyungsik, and Bae In-hyuk are holding steady around 2.5%, while Song Kang is right behind at 2.2%. With loyal fandoms backing them, even these underdogs could stage a late comeback.
What’s Driving the Frenzy?
While Byun Wooseok has clearly struck a chord with voters—possibly thanks to recent performances and rising stardom—the tightly packed mid-tier reveals just how passionate and organized K-drama fandoms can be. With the poll still open, nothing is set in stone.
Final Days Could Flip the Script
As fanbases rally and votes spike in the final stretch, we could see some dramatic shifts—especially outside the top three. Whether Byun Wooseok can hold his commanding lead or face an eleventh-hour upset is the question fans are anxiously watching as the countdown continues.
