Kim Hye-yoon Holds the Top Spot
As of 4:51 PM on July 16, actress Kim Hye-yoon is leading the July 2025 Netizen Awards in the Best Actress category with a total of 15,017 votes, accounting for 49.8% of the tally. While the number is impressive, it still falls just short of crossing the 50% mark, leaving room for a potential upset.
Tight Battle Among Mid-Tier Contenders
Trailing behind Kim are Lee Se-young with 2,745 votes (9.1%) and Jung So-min with 2,112 votes (7.0%). Close competition also heats up between Im Yoon-ah (1,883 votes, 6.2%) and Shin Hye-sun (1,870 votes, 6.2%)—separated by just 13 votes. Meanwhile, Hwang Jung-eum (1,440 votes, 4.8%) and Kim Ji-won (1,393 votes, 4.6%) are also jostling for position in the mid-range ranks.
Spotlight Continues from ‘Lovely Runner’
Kim Hye-yoon’s strong lead is largely attributed to her acclaimed performance in the tvN K-drama ‘Lovely Runner’, where she played the role of Im Sol. Her emotionally resonant acting has won fans’ hearts since the show aired over a year ago, keeping her momentum alive.
It’s Not Over Until It’s Over
Despite Kim’s lead, voting for the July Netizen Awards is still ongoing, and fan communities of mid-to-lower-rank actresses are rallying for a last-minute comeback. Strategic voting has become more crucial than ever as the awards enter their final stretch. The possibility of a 2nd-place surge, unexpected unification among fan bases, or even a surprise contender shaking up the chart remains in play.
Looking Ahead
With fan engagement intensifying and the voting window still open, the Netizen Awards could still take a dramatic turn. All eyes are on whether Kim Hye-yoon can maintain her position till the end—or if another star will rise just in time to steal the spotlight.
