The Unexpected Storm in the Trot Scene
Chungil, a rising trot singer, is making serious waves in the July Netizen Awards. Entering the month floating in the lower tier of the nominee list, he’s now surged to 5th place—and the top 3 could be within reach. Not bad for someone many fans initially overlooked.
From Underdog to Contender
As of July 24 at 4:54 PM KST, Chungil has secured 3,800 votes (5.8%), placing him 5th overall. Just ahead of him is Jinwook with 4,317 votes (6.5%). The margin? Only 517 votes. That’s strikingly narrow in a competition this fierce.
How Did He Win Over Fans?
Chungil brings something fresh to the trot scene–a genre often associated with Korea’s older generation. His emotional depth, lyrical voice, and genuine stage presence have started captivating younger listeners too. Social media buzz shows that more Gen Z fans are taking note, applauding the sincerity in his performances and his throwback-meets-modern vibes.
The Neo Star Race Heats Up
The current front-runners of the ‘Neo Star’ category are Kim Jihoon of Liberante (20,216 votes, 30.7%) and Son Bina (19,849 votes, 30.1%), forming the leading duo. Minsuhyun holds 3rd with 6,742 votes (10.2%), followed by Jinwook and then Chungil—who’s closing the gap fast. If his momentum continues, overtaking 4th place seems likely. And 3rd isn’t out of the question either.
Can He Top the Charts?
With just days left in July, all eyes are on Chungil’s fandom. Their support so far has been steady—but now it comes down to intensity. Can this quietly rising trot star defy expectations and become a dark horse champion in the Neo Star Awards? One thing’s clear: the final stretch is going to be a nail-biter.
