Hwang Young-woong Sweeps Netizen Awards—Again
Trot’s reigning prince is back at the top—again. Hwang Young-woong has officially clinched another all-kill at the 2025 August Netizen Awards, proudly winning for the third month in a row. As the online votes wrapped up on August 31, there was little doubt remaining: the crown still fits, and Hwang wears it well.
Three Months, Five Crowns, One King
The Netizen Awards are a real-time popularity vote across music, drama, media, and entertainment—think People’s Choice Awards but powered by relentless fangirling (and fanboying). Hwang swept five major categories this month: Best Male Artist, Album of the Year, Fanbook Award, CF Model of the Year, and Net Grand Prix. He’s been pulling this five-title-winning streak non-stop since October 2023—the streak is now an 11-month marathon of fan-powered dominance.
This isn’t just winning—it’s steamrolling.
Fandom Fortitude: The Secret to His Unshakeable Reign
The August race was a rollercoaster, filled with rising challengers and last-minute vote surges. Yet the outcome? Predictably heroic. Hwang’s fans showed up like clockwork, delivering results with military precision. Whenever a competitor seemed to inch forward, votes for Hwang surged higher, reinforcing his untouchable status.
It’s no exaggeration to call his fandom an online voting army—they’ve turned clicking into an Olympic sport.
Behind the Numbers: August Netizen Awards Breakdown
From August 1 to 31, tens of thousands flocked online to cast their votes. Hwang Young-woong led with a jaw-dropping 88,140 votes in the male singer category, and his album “Tteugaeot” (literally, “Knitted Sweater”) captivated enough voters to clinch the Album of the Year title with 87,500 votes.
- Best Male Artist: Hwang Young-woong (88,140 votes)
- Album of the Year: Hwang Young-woong – “Tteugaeot” (87,500 votes)
- Fanbook Award: Hwang Young-woong (87,697 votes)
- CF Model Award: Hwang Young-woong (87,683 votes)
- Net Grand Prix: Hwang Young-woong (87,710 votes)
August Was Hot, But This List Is Hotter
While Hwang was the obvious MVP, other winners brought serious heat too. Here are some standouts from the 22-category lineup:
- Best Female Artist: Jung Seo-joo (47,956 votes)
- Best Group: Forte di Quattro
- Best Actor: Byeon Woo-seok
- Best Actress: Kim Hye-yoon
- Drama of the Year: tvN’s “Carry Sunjae on My Back”
- Film of the Year: “Girl on a Bulldozer”
- Digital Star: Son Bin-ah
The awards show functioned like a public vibe check—and Hwang passed with flying colors yet again.
The Power and Paradox of Popularity
Hwang Young-woong’s story is not just one of wins but of resilience. Known for reviving interest in the trot genre (a traditional Korean music style with retro vibes and emotional melodies), Hwang has become a pop culture paradox—an old-school sound commanding new-school fans. His clean-sweep victories each month underscore how deeply his emotional ballads resonate with multigenerational audiences.
Fans say it’s more than just music—it’s a sense of comfort, tradition, and storytelling that keeps them logging in, voting, and cheering for him daily.
What’s Next for September and Beyond?
The ballots may have closed, but the fandom’s energy isn’t cooling down. If social media buzz is anything to go by, fans are already strategizing for September’s round. Will Hwang make it a perfect 12-month sweep?
As one fan bluntly said on Twitter, “At this point, we should just rename it the Hwang Young-woong Awards.” Bold—but not inaccurate.
FAQs
Who is Hwang Young-woong?
Hwang Young-woong is a Korean trot singer known for emotional performances and vocal strength. He gained mainstream fame through TV appearances and has become a Netizen Awards favorite.
What are the Netizen Awards?
Held monthly, the Netizen Awards are online fan-voted popularity awards spanning music, TV, acting, celebrities, and culture. They reflect public sentiment rather than institutional judging.
How many times has Hwang Young-woong won?
As of August 2025, Hwang has been a Netizen Awards champion for 11 consecutive months, often sweeping multiple categories each time, including Best Male Singer and Album of the Year.
