The Rise of a Fan-Driven Phenomenon
What started as a small online poll back in March 2023 has grown into one of the most dynamic fandom-driven platforms in Korea. As of September 29, 2025, the Netizen Awards has tallied over 60 million votes, soaring past the milestone in just 943 days—about 31 months. To put it in perspective, that’s an average of more than 63,000 votes per day.
More than Just a Voting Platform
Today’s Netizen Awards is less a poll and more a stage where fans and idols interact directly. Voting aside, the platform has become a space for sending messages, tracking accomplishments, and showcasing the kind of love only a K-pop (and K-drama) fandom can generate. It’s not just about popularity—it’s about legacy.
Breaking Records with Fandom Power
Reaching 60 million votes isn’t just a numbers game. In just 143 days since crossing the 50 million mark, fans powered through with an additional 10 million votes. That surge alone tells you how strategic and devoted modern fandoms have become—essentially building a “star growth engine” through their efforts.
This Month’s Fiercely Competitive Line-Up
The September edition of the Netizen Awards features a sizzling array of nominees across 22 categories, spanning music, television, film, and more. Fan-favorites include:
- Top Male Artist: Lim Youngwoong, Park Chang-geun, Son Taejin
- Top Female Artist: IU, Rosé (BLACKPINK), Sana (TWICE), Song Ga-in
- Top Group: BTS, BLACKPINK, TWICE, NewJeans, Seventeen
- Drama Honor: classics like Crash Landing on You, Extraordinary Attorney Woo, and Snowdrop
- Actor Categories: Lee Minho, Park Bogum, Song Hye-kyo, Kim Yoojung, and more
You’ll also find surprising entries in the Neo Star and Fanbook awards—new spaces celebrating rising names and ultra-devoted fandom creations.
The Future: Where Fandom Writes the Story
“The Netizen Awards aren’t just about winners—they’re about recognition,” says an industry insider. “Votes aren’t votes—they’re digital love letters.”
As Korean entertainment fans continue to level up in coordination and dedication, the line between audience and spotlight gets thinner. And if 60 million votes says anything, it’s that this isn’t the peak—it’s the beginning of something even bigger.
Curious who’ll shake up the charts next? Keep your tabs open and your fingers ready—because the next milestone might just be around the corner.
