Fierce Competition Heats Up Netizen Awards
The July 2025 Netizen Awards are nearing their climax, and the Fanbook category is seeing intense fan-driven excitement. As of 9:12 p.m. on July 13, singer Hwang Youngwoong is leading the vote with 37,412 votes, securing 29.1% of the total. He sits comfortably ahead of rival Jung Seojoo, who has garnered 19,228 votes (15.0%), while Son Taejin follows in third with 10,510 votes (8.2%).
Hwang Youngwoong Dominates with Fandom Power
Hwang continues to dominate the leaderboard, extending his lead over the second-place contender by over 18,000 votes. This strong showing not only highlights his fans’ passionate support but also reflects his growing brand power. After sweeping multiple categories in the June awards, his momentum clearly remains strong going into July.
Close Race for 3rd and Rising Performers
Jung Seojoo is proving to be a strong contender in her own right, holding 15% of the vote with loyal fan backing. Meanwhile, a nail-biting race is developing between Son Taejin and Park Ji-hyun (8.1%), whose vote difference is barely over 100 votes. Son, ranked first in the ‘Broadcast Awards,’ is also staking a claim in the Fanbook race, while Park maintains steady support from her core fandom.
Mid-Tier Battles and Fandom Loyalty
The mid-ranking spots are equally competitive. Kim Hye-yoon takes the fifth spot with 8,444 votes (6.6%), with Enoch, Myjin, and Bin Yeseo closely trailing her, each separated by a narrow margin. These artists span various genres—including trot, acting, and music—which adds vibrancy to the lineup and tests the reach and loyalty of their respective fanbases.
Lower-Ranking Stars Keep the Drama Alive
In the lower ranks, Jang Minho (5,201 votes) and Liberante (4,960 votes) are eyeing entry into the top 10. Notably, Liberante’s Kim Jihoon may enjoy a fan boost with his upcoming military discharge and birthday on July 21, adding emotional momentum to his campaign.
Ready for a Comeback? Underdogs Still in the Game
Stars like Byun Woo-seok, Jeong Dong-won, ForteNa, Song Ga-in, and Cho Yong-pil are holding steady in the 11th to 15th positions. Though the voting field hasn’t fully entered the second half, a well-timed surge in fandom support could flip the leaderboard.
K-pop Giants at the Bottom—but Not Out
Even internationally recognized names like Jannabi, Jung Subin, Hyeri, BLACKPINK’s Jennie, and BTS’s Jimin sit in the 16th to 20th spots, each with under 1% of the vote. Despite low numbers, these multi-disciplinary stars still have the potential to climb if fanbases rally behind them with new content or announcements.
More Than Just a Popularity Contest
This category in the Netizen Awards is seen not just as a popularity vote but as an emotional benchmark for fan-artist connection. As the July summer heat intensifies, so too does the voting battle—scripted not by producers, but by the passionate fingertips of fans across the globe.
