Awards Season Heats Up with Two Fan Favorites
Two major stars are making waves at the 2025 June Netizen Awards: actress Kim Hye-yoon and singer Hwang Young-woong. Defying genre boundaries, they’ve surged ahead as top contenders in this month’s online popularity contest, captivating fans across the board.
Kim Hye-yoon Leads the Pack
As of 11:32 a.m. on June 6, Kim Hye-yoon has taken the overall lead with 20,837 votes in the Best Actress category. She’s the first participant to enter the coveted “20,000 Club,” a feat that cements her status as a front-runner in this prestigious mid-year showdown.
Hwang Young-woong in Hot Pursuit
Hot on her heels is Hwang Young-woong, who has secured 19,210 votes across various categories. Dominating five sections—including Best Male Singer, Album of the Year, Commercial Model, Fanbook Award, and Net Grand Prix—he’s proving the strength of his fanbase with a fierce campaign of his own.
A Genre-Crossing Battle for Fan Loyalty
This competition goes beyond a simple popularity poll. With an actress and a singer fighting neck and neck, fans are calling it a battle of “absolute stan power.” As both stars continue to attract dedicated votes, this contest could become the defining moment of the season’s awards cycle.
Can They Reach the “100,000 Club”?
The real question is whether either star—or both—will reach what Netizen Awards fans call the “100,000 Club.” Given the current vote momentum, experts believe it’s entirely possible. Kim Hye-yoon and Hwang Young-woong may rewrite the history of digital fan-driven awards.
The Race Has Just Begun
Who will cross the 50,000-vote milestone first? And more importantly, who will be crowned June’s ultimate star? As voting continues, one thing’s for sure—the fan-driven race between Kim Hye-yoon and Hwang Young-woong is just getting started.
