Fan Votes Heat Up in July Netizen Awards
As the July 2025 Netizen Awards approach, the competition for the Female Artist of the Year category is reaching a fever pitch. The spotlight is currently on the intense rivalry between K-pop artists Bin Ye-seo and Mai Jin as they battle for second place.
Only 203 Votes Apart
As of 1:39 PM on July 11, Bin Ye-seo holds second place with 7,201 votes (17.2%). However, Mai Jin is right behind her with 6,998 votes (16.7%), trailing by just 203 votes. Their close standings have electrified both fandoms, ramping up tension in the final stretch of voting.
Jeong Seo-joo Holds the Lead
Meanwhile, Jeong Seo-joo continues to dominate in first place, amassing 18,522 votes (44.2%). Due to her overwhelming lead, fans and viewers have shifted their attention to the fierce fight for the second spot.
Rising Stars and Fierce Fandoms
Bin Ye-seo has maintained a strong showing since the first half of the year, thanks to consistent support from her loyal fanbase. On the other hand, Mai Jin has surged to third place in a short time, backed by a rapidly growing group of supporters. The key factor in this race lies in how well each fandom can rally their votes.
Trailing behind are Kim Da-hyun in fourth place with 2,104 votes (5.0%) and Yang Ji-eun in fifth with 1,704 votes (4.1%). Still, the Bin Ye-seo vs. Mai Jin showdown remains the most anticipated matchup in this year’s Female Artist category.
Who Will Take the Spotlight?
“The only way to protect your star is by voting,” say fans, highlighting the fierce emotional investment involved. With weeks left in the voting period, the final results are still anyone’s guess. One thing is certain — fandom unity will play a decisive role.