Kim Hye-yoon Surges Ahead in July’s Netizen Awards
As of July 11, 2025, at 6:20 p.m. KST, actress Kim Hye-yoon is leading the Netizen Awards in the Best Actress category with 10,744 votes (50.9%). Her vote count is over five times higher than second-place contender Lee Se-young, who garnered 1,838 votes (8.7%).
From Rising Star to “National Actress”
From the start of the voting period, Kim Hye-yoon’s dominance has been clear. Thanks to her standout performance in the K-drama “Lovely Runner” (Korean title: “Seonjae Upgo Ttwieo”), she has proven both her acting skills and star potential. The drama has helped catapult her to the top tier of public affection, solidifying her as a new fan favorite.
Power of Her Fan Base
What sets her apart isn’t just talent—it’s her overwhelming online fan support. Kim’s fan community has displayed impressive coordination in upvoting her throughout the competition. In every round of live polling, her numbers continue to soar.
Fierce Competition in the Mid-Tier
While Kim remains securely in first, the competition for second place is heating up. Lee Se-young currently holds that spot, followed closely by Jung So-min, Shin Hye-sun, and Im Yoon-ah, all with vote counts in the 1,000s.
Just behind them are Hwang Jung-eum (1,005 votes, 4.8%) and Kim Ji-won (967 votes, 4.6%), making the battle for the top five incredibly tight and unpredictable.
Comebacks in Question
Interestingly, former front-runners like Park Eun-bin (8th place), Ahn Eun-jin (9th), and Han Sun-hwa (10th), who were previously on the rise, have seen a drop in rankings. Fans are watching closely to see whether these actresses can bounce back with final-week voting surges.
Will Kim Hye-yoon Be Crowned July’s Queen?
With just days left in the voting period, the big question remains: Can Kim Hye-yoon maintain her lead and be declared the “Queen of July?” Or will a surprise comeback add a twist to the story? One thing’s for sure—the final result lies in the hands of passionate fans tapping away around the clock.
