A Race Beneath the Surface
As April draws to a close, the Netizen Awards are entering their most intense phase. While the leaderboard may appear unchanged for days, a quiet storm is brewing beneath the surface. The competition is fierce and unpredictable, making it impossible to pinpoint a clear winner or underdog.
The most striking feature of this month’s awards is the disappearance of a direct showdown. Instead, strategic maneuvers are being carried out behind closed doors. Fans are going all out while staying low-profile, and neutral voters remain elusive till the very end. All candidates are walking a fine line between possibility and uncertainty.
The Power of the Silent Majority
At the heart of this standstill lies the “silent majority”—voters who prioritize strategy over passion and balance over impulse. Their decisions have kept the competition in a deadlock. No one knows which way they’ll vote, but their shift could suddenly change everything.
Campaign teams continue to work tirelessly, pushing behind-the-scenes promotions, launching surprise campaigns at strategic moments, and rallying supporters once more. The clock is ticking, with just five days left. Every vote counts more than ever at this crucial turning point.
Fierce Showdown for 4th Place
In the Female Artist category, a razor-thin battle is underway for 4th place. Kim Dahyun currently leads the trio, with Kang Hayeon and Eungaeun closely trailing at 5th and 6th. The gap between them is minimal, making fan engagement the deciding factor in this nail-biting contest.
Final Rankings So Far
As of April 25, the top three in several major Netizen Award categories are as follows:
- Male Artist: 1. Hwang Youngwoong, 2. Park Ji-hyun, 3. Son Tae-jin
- Female Artist: 1. Jung Seojoo, 2. Bin Yeseo, 3. My Jin
- Album of the Year: Hwang Youngwoong – “On Your Side”
- Best Group: 1. Fortena, 2. Forte Di Quattro, 3. Liberante
- Best Actor: 1. Byun Wooseok, 2. Rowoon, 3. Lee Junki
- Best Actress: 1. Jung Subin, 2. Kim Hyeyoon, 3. Jung Somin
Other notable leaders include:
- Drama of the Year: tvN’s ‘Carry Sunjae and Run’
- Movie of the Year: ‘The Girl on a Bulldozer’
- Celebrity of the Year: Giant Peng TV (Pengsoo)
- Broadcast Star: 1. Son Tae-jin, 2. Kian84, 3. Lee Chanwon
Let the Final Days Decide
The remaining five days will be decisive. As fans intensify their efforts and last-minute campaigns roll out, every click matters. The ultimate winner will emerge not just from popularity, but from resilience and strategy. With silent voters still holding their cards, this seemingly quiet war is far from over.
When the silent war ends, the real story begins.
