Hwang Youngwoong Pulls Ahead—By a Mile
We’re just ten days from wrapping up July’s Netizen Awards, and the Male Singer category already has a clear front-runner: Hwang Youngwoong.
With an incredible 56,622 votes (39.5%) as of 9:34 PM KST on July 20, Hwang is breezing past the competition. That’s nearly 40,000 votes more than the next closest contender—a testament to the unshakable loyalty of his fanbase since his finals appearance earlier this year.
The Real Fight? It’s for Second Place
Right behind Hwang, the battle is heating up. Park Jihyun (17,408 votes, 12.1%) currently holds second place by a whisker, edging out Son Taejin (16,435 votes, 11.5%) by just about 1,000 votes. Flip a coin—this one could go either way.
Both singers have held strong positions in previous months, and with ten days left to rally fans and sharpen voting strategies, this race isn’t over yet.
The Middle Tier Isn’t Out of the Game
Don’t sleep on the mid-pack contenders. Names like Enoch (11,343 votes, 7.9%), Jang Minho (8,913 votes, 6.2%), and Jinwon (8,477 votes, 5.9%) are lurking, ready to climb. In fact, both Jang Minho and Jinwon have histories of last-minute surges, so they’re not backing down just yet.
The Underdogs Still Have a Shot
Rounding out the top 10 are Hong Isaac (4.0%), Park Changgeun (3.1%), Jeong Dongwon (2.7%), and Park Seojin (1.3%). Though Park Seojin hasn’t broken 2,000 votes, a loyal fandom and smart vote planning could give him an unexpected boost.
A Category Known for Fandom Firepower
The Male Singer category is traditionally where fanbases throw down the hardest—and this month is no exception. While Hwang looks nearly untouchable, the drama lies in the ferocious chase for second and beyond. With just days to go, anything can happen.
So, who’s got your vote? Let the final-week frenzy begin.
