Hwang Youngwoong Rules the Charts with 79,059 Votes
It’s not fall without a fan war—and Hwang Youngwoong just swept the battlefield. The star clinched the top spot in September’s 2025 Netizen Awards ‘Net Grand Prix’ with a jaw-dropping 79,059 votes (28.4%), proving once again he’s not just an artist—he’s a movement. He didn’t stop there. With wins in categories like Best Male Artist, Fanbook Grand Prize, and CF Model of the Year, Hwang is the king of the multi-crown title this season.
Runner-Up Jeong Seojoo Keeps the Heat On
Trailing in second with 45,797 votes (16.4%), Jeong Seojoo isn’t backing down. As the only female artist in the top tier, she’s been consistently shaking up the rankings by bridging trot music and TV appearances. Her loyal fanbase is holding steady—and clearly, she’s in it for the long game.
Fresh Faces: Son Bina, Son Taejin, and MyJin Crash the Top 5
New energy surged into the awards this month, with Son Bina rounding out the top three after earning 20,646 votes (7.4%). Close behind were Son Taejin (18,962 votes, 6.8%) and MyJin (17,359 votes, 6.2%), who both brought major fan magnetism to the race. It’s safe to say: this isn’t just a one-man show anymore.
Middle Ranks: Neck-and-Neck Battles
The 6th–10th spots were practically a photo finish:
- Bin Yeseo – 13,687 votes (4.9%)
- Kim Hyeyoon – 13,453 votes (4.8%)
- Jang Minho – 13,414 votes (4.8%)
- Enoch – 11,827 votes (4.2%)
- Park Jihyun – 10,561 votes (3.8%)
This part of the board was tight, with just dozens of votes separating each rank. Fans are clearly turning up the volume—and the competitiveness.
11th to 16th: Genre Crossovers and Steady Climb
With representation from trot singers to rising actors, this cluster showed off the spectrum of Korean fandom:
- Liberante – 5,951 votes (2.1%)
- Park Changgeun – 5,891 votes (2.1%)
- Jeong Dongwon – 5,642 votes (2.0%)
- Byun Wooseok – 4,841 votes (1.7%)
- Jung Somin – 3,042 votes (1.1%)
- Lee Seyoung – 3,032 votes (1.1%)
From ballads to drama soundtracks, these stars have cut across age and genre lines—and their fans are following.
Bottom 4: Meet the Underdogs
There’s always room for surprise entries. This time:
- Portena – 2,171 votes (0.8%)
- Legendary balladeer Cho Yongpil – 2,069 votes (0.7%)
- Actor Rowoon – 960 votes (0.3%)
- Rookie star Jeong Subin – 461 votes (0.2%)
New names and legends alike are taking their shot at the big leagues.
What’s Next? October’s Fandom Face-Off Begins
September’s edition of the Netizen Awards proved how fierce the fan-driven digital battlefield really is. While Hwang Youngwoong still wears the crown, contenders like Jeong Seojoo and Son Bina are hot on his heels. Could October bring a major shake-up? Tune in, vote hard, and stay caffeinated—this fall showdown is just heating up.
