The Reign Continues: Hwang Young Woong Tops Netizen Awards, Again
In September 2025, Hwang Young Woong proved once again that when it comes to fan-powered votes, he’s sitting on the throne. For the fourth consecutive month — since June — he dominated the overall charts and clinched five major trophies at the latest Netizen Awards.
The multi-talented trot star walked away with:
- Male Singer Award (79,511 votes)
- Album of the Year for his EP “Knitted Sweater”
- Fanbook Award
- CF Model Award
- Net Grand Prix
Piling up titles like it’s a shopping spree, Hwang now boasts a jaw-dropping 12 consecutive months with multiple Netizen Award wins — a streak fueled by one of the most fiercely dedicated fandoms in Korean music today.
Fandom Power on Full Display
While this month saw new challengers and unexpected twists, the voting battlefield ultimately tilted toward Hwang thanks to his fans’ rock-solid unity.
From organized voting campaigns to real-time tracking, fans didn’t just vote — they strategized. Every round saw his name trending at the top, and not once did he relinquish the number one spot. As a result, he didn’t just win — he owned the month.
All Eyes on What’s Next
“We’re just getting started,” one fan commented on social media. And who could argue? With October around the corner, the pressure is on to see whether Hwang can keep up the momentum and extend this extraordinary run.
He’s not just stacking trophies — he’s rewriting the rules of trot fame in the digital era, powered by netizens and nonstop love from the public.
Who Else Took Home a Trophy?
The September 2025 Netizen Awards honored a wide range of stars across music, drama, film, and more. Here’s a quick snapshot of other standout winners:
- Female Singer: Jung Seo Joo
- Best Group: Forte Di Quattro
- Drama of the Year: tvN’s “Carry Sunjae on My Back”
- Movie of the Year: “The Girl on the Bulldozer”
- Male Actor: Byun Woo Seok
- Female Actor: Kim Hye Yoon
- Legend Award: Cho Yong Pil
From classic K-pop legends to rising stars, it was a diverse show of talent.
Looking Ahead
With his fandom buzzing and rivals trying to catch up, Hwang Young Woong’s dominance isn’t just impressive — it’s becoming historic. The question now: Who or what will finally break the streak? For now, the king of the Netizen Awards isn’t stepping down anytime soon.
