Hwang Youngwoong Stays on Top—Again
K-pop artist Hwang Youngwoong just pulled off something most only dream of—fourteen consecutive months at No. 1 in the Netizen Awards. With a whopping 88,016 votes (40.4%) in July 2025’s ‘Best Male Artist’ category, it’s clear his fanbase isn’t going anywhere.
Although his vote count dipped slightly from June, the numbers still speak volumes. He widened the gap nearly threefold over the runner-up, solidifying not just popularity but a rock-solid fan infrastructure built on loyalty and consistency.
Runner-Up Drama: Park Jihyun and Son Taejin Close In
Holding onto second place with 24,803 votes (11.4%) is Park Jihyun—still the only real contender edging toward Youngwoong’s throne. Not far behind is Son Taejin with 24,026 votes (11.0%), keeping things spicy in this three-way showdown at the top.
Middle Tier Still Making Moves
The 4th to 6th place finishers—Enoch (7.2%), Jinwon (6.6%), and Jang Minho (6.5%)—are holding strong thanks to their dedicated core fans. While they’re not shaking up the top three yet, they’re very much in this popularity game for the long haul.
Everyone Else: From Rising Stars to Surprise Names
Spots 7 through 10 saw some volatility: Hong Isaac (3.9%), Park Changgeun (3.2%), Jeong Dongwon (2.8%), and Park Seojin (1.3%) all showed movement influenced by short-term voting surges.
Interestingly, beloved stars like BTS’ SUGA and BIGBANG’s G-Dragon landed in the lower rungs (SUGA at 20th with just 28 votes). It goes to show: when it comes to these fan-driven polls, it’s about current engagement—not just fame.
Why This Matters More Than Just Rankings
This isn’t just a popularity contest. The Netizen Awards increasingly act as a cultural weather vane, measuring not only who’s hot right now, but which fandoms are most mobilized. Hwang Youngwoong’s ongoing dominance proves that longevity in K-pop isn’t just about having hits—it’s about fans who show up, vote, and stay loyal.
With August fast approaching, all eyes are on the contenders battling for second place. But when it comes to the crown? At this point, it’s Youngwoong’s world—we’re just voting in it.
