Song Kang, Lee Minho, and Lee Jehoon Battle for Top Spot in Netizen Awards

Netizen Awards Enter Final Phase

As of May 28, the May Netizen Awards have entered their final stretch, with tension building among fans and nominees alike. The awards, known for reflecting public sentiment and participation, are now going through a phase of rapid changes in rankings — what voters and observers are calling a “signal of change.”

“Reshuffling” Phenomenon: No Rank Is Safe

This stage of the competition is witnessing major shakeups. Even those at the top cannot afford to rest easy. The leaderboard may appear fixed, but behind the scenes, fans are locked in a back-and-forth battle of votes. Mid-tier nominees have broken into the Top 3 before, and sudden rises to 1st place are no longer surprising.

According to the latest data, this is the golden hour for short-term surges — a single day’s spike in votes could make a strong statement ahead of the next award season. For some, this might become an unforgettable moment; for others, it could be the opening to a new chapter.

Song Kang, Lee Minho, and Lee Jehoon in a Tight Race

The Male Actor category is especially intense. Song Kang currently sits at 12th place, followed closely by Lee Minho at 13th and Lee Jehoon in 14th. With only a few days left, their race has fans on the edge of their seats, refreshing the leaderboard by the minute. A last-minute push from any fandom could flip the rankings entirely.

Current Leaders in Main Categories [As of May 28, 12:39 AM]

• Best Male Artist: Hwang Youngwoong
• Best Female Artist: Jung Seoju
• Album of the Year: Hwang Youngwoong – By Your Side
• Best Group: Fortena
• Best New Artist: Kim Jihoon (Liberante)
• Best Actor: Byun Wooseok
• Best Actress: Kim Hyeyoon
• Film of the Year: The Girl on a Bulldozer
• K-Drama of the Year: Friendly Competition (U+ Mobile TV)
• Classic Series Award: Secret Royal Inspector & Joy (tvN)
• Star of the Year: Cho Yongpil
• Veteran Actor Award: Jung Youngjoo
• Sportsman of the Year: Heo Woong
• Baseball Team of the Year: Lotte Giants
• Celebrity of the Year: Pengsoo (Giant Peng TV)
• TV Personality of the Year: Son Taejin
• Cultural Program of the Year: TV Chosun’s Wednesday Night Trot All-Star Battle
• Corporate Brand of the Year: Lotte
• Business Leader of the Year: Shin Dongbin, Chairman of Lotte Group
• Fanbook Award: Hwang Youngwoong
• CF Model of the Year: Hwang Youngwoong
• Net Grand Prix (Overall Champion): Hwang Youngwoong

One Fan Vote Can Change Everything

The Netizen Awards have always been about fans making their voices heard. As the clock ticks down toward the end of voting, supporters of Song Kang, Lee Minho, and Lee Jehoon still have a chance to pull off a dramatic comeback. In the world of fan-driven awards, anything can happen — and usually does.