Fierce Mid-Tier Battle in Netizen Awards: Can YoonA or Park Eun-bin Make a Comeback?

From 5th to 9th, It’s Anyone’s Game

As of 6:35 PM on April 16, 2025, the Netizen Awards’ ‘Best Actress’ voting is witnessing a thrilling race, especially in the mid-tier ranks. While Jung Soobin is firmly in the lead with over 29,000 votes (50.1%), followed by Kim Hyeyoon with 13,000 votes, the rankings from 5th to 9th place are separated by only a few hundred votes.

YoonA in 5th – ‘Power of Experience and Loyal Fans’

With 1,683 votes (2.9%), YoonA is currently in 5th place. Known for her consistent performances across various projects, she still has a chance to leap higher thanks to her solid fanbase. A concentrated voting effort could propel her into the upper tier.

Hwang Jung-eum in 6th – ‘Timing Her Comeback’

At 1,500 votes (2.5%), Hwang Jung-eum trails YoonA by just 183 votes and leads Shin Hye-sun by a mere 10. Her widespread recognition and strong public appeal make her a prime candidate for a last-minute surge.

Shin Hye-sun in 7th – ‘Silent Support Gaining Steam’

Shin Hye-sun has 1,490 votes (2.5%), constantly swapping positions with Hwang Jung-eum. Though her rise has been subtle, her reputation for solid acting could spark a fan rally and push her up the rankings quickly.

Kim Ji-won in 8th – ‘A Growing Global Fandom’

With 1,434 votes (2.4%), Kim Ji-won might seem a bit behind, but she’s only 249 votes short of 5th place. Backed by a strong international fanbase, and previously a frontrunner in this category, she is a serious threat for a sudden climb.

Park Eun-bin in 9th – ‘Sudden Surge Possible with Tactical Votes’

Currently in 9th place with 1,043 votes (1.8%), Park Eun-bin’s chances are far from over. If her fanbase consolidates around her instead of spreading votes, she could easily jump into 6th place. Known for her trustworthy acting, strategic voting will be key to her progress.

Could Mid-Tier Shakeups Influence Top Rankings?

While the top three — Jung Soobin, Kim Hyeyoon, and Jung So-min — appear stable, the tight margin among the mid-tier group (600 votes between 5th and 9th) means any significant movement could start ripples at the top. The game-changer? Who strikes first. In this phase, timing may matter more than vote count.