Hwang Youngwoong Dominates Net Grand Prix Vote
As of 5:12 PM on May 6, 2025, Hwang Youngwoong is firmly holding first place in the Netizen Awards’ Net Grand Prix category—a key indicator of public popularity across Korean entertainment. With 18,234 votes and a 26.4% vote share, he continues to prove himself as the ‘Star of Stars’.
Rising Stars Challenge the Throne
Trailing behind is Jeong Seoju in second place with 8,808 votes (12.8%), showing strong momentum. In third place is Park Jihyun, who earned 5,673 votes (8.2%) and is gaining attention as a rising favorite among fans.
The battle is particularly intense around the fourth and fifth spots. Jeong Subin (4,400 votes, 6.4%) and Son Taejin (4,366 votes, 6.3%) are neck-and-neck, with only a handful of votes between them—suggesting that their rankings could change at any moment.
Diverse Talent Fills the Top 10
Enoch is in sixth place with 4,265 votes (6.2%), while crossover group Liberante shows its broad appeal, coming in seventh with 3,501 votes (5.1%). Other notable names like Binnie Seo (3,259 votes), Kim Hyeyoon (2,967 votes), and the vocal group Forte di Quattro (2,922 votes) round out the top 10, each representing diverse genres and fanbases.
Mid-Table Names Hold Steady
Veteran singer Myjin lands at 11th with 2,345 votes (3.4%), followed by trot singer Jang Minho at 12th with 2,132 votes (3.1%). Actors Byeon Wooseok (1,486 votes), Park Changgeun (1,247 votes), and young star Jeong Dongwon (1,057 votes) also remain competitive in the middle of the pack.
Lower Ranks Still in Play
In the lower tiers, stars like Lee Seyoung (601 votes), legendary singer Cho Yongpil (505), idol-actor Rowoon (454), actress Jung Somin (431), and basketball star Huh Woong (333) hold steady despite smaller numbers. Thanks to their loyal supporters, however, an upset isn’t off the table just yet.
Popularity Contest with Real-World Reflections
Unlike traditional awards based solely on critical evaluation, the Net Grand Prix is a fan-driven reflection of real-time popularity. It brings together stars of all genres and generations, measuring both their individual appeal and the strength of their fandoms.
As Hwang Youngwoong continues to lead, the emergence of new popular figures like Jeong Seoju and Park Jihyun signals a potential shift in public sentiment—making the next stage of voting more unpredictable and exciting than ever.
