‘Loverly Runner’ Tops Netizen Drama Awards for 4th Straight Month

tvN's 'Loverly Runner' scores its fourth consecutive win at the Netizen Awards, proving the enduring power of its fanbase even after the drama’s final episode.

The Reign of ‘Loverly Runner’ Continues

Who says the end of a series has to mean the end of its hype?

tvN’s ‘Loverly Runner’, a time-travel romance that wrapped up months ago, just took home the September crown at the Netizen Drama Awards—again. With a massive 18,459 votes (65.1%), the show has now dominated the top spot for four straight months. That’s not just a win; it’s a statement.

Though it’s no longer airing, the drama clearly struck a chord. Fans aren’t ready to move on, turning this K-drama into a modern classic and cultural benchmark.

Strong Challengers: From Motel Mystique to Mother’s Crush

MBC’s ‘Motel California’ came in second with 3,906 votes (13.8%). The show’s unique visuals and moody tone have helped maintain a loyal fanbase, making it the artsy underdog in the race.

Meanwhile, ‘Mom’s Friend’s Son’ (tvN) pulled ahead as the third-place contender with 3,275 votes (11.6%). With its relatable themes and quirky humor, it’s proving to be one of the freshest new players on the scene.

Rookies & Streamers Making Waves

Streaming also brought heat: Disney+’s ‘Hyper Knife’ claimed the fourth spot with 1,345 votes (4.7%), showing the staying power of global platforms and their international fan pull.

  • 5th: U+MobileTV’s ‘Fair Play Game’ – 379 votes (1.3%)
  • 6th: Channel A’s ‘Check-In Hanyang’ – 296 votes (1.0%)
  • 7th: JTBC’s new entry ‘Esquire’ – 273 votes (1.0%)
  • 8th: tvN’s ‘Chef of the Tyrant’ – 191 votes (0.7%)

These newcomers are widening the genre field, signaling a bold shift in storytelling and viewership preferences on both traditional and digital networks.

Bottom Ranks, But Big Heart

Even lower-ranked dramas like SBS’s ‘Our Movie’ (176 votes) and KBS2’s ‘Glorious Days’ (45 votes) showed up with passionate niche fandoms, proving that every K-drama has its die-hard supporters.

‘Loverly Runner’: A Fandomr-Powered Legacy

With fans keeping the momentum going long after the finale, ‘Loverly Runner’ isn’t just riding a trend—it’s creating a legacy. In fact, its popularity has given renewed visibility to stars Byeon Woo Seok and Kim Hye Yoon, whose rising fame shows no signs of slowing.

October’s chart could throw in a few surprises. Will challengers like ‘Motel California’ or ‘Mom’s Friend’s Son’ finally topple the reigning monarch? Or will ‘Loverly Runner’ extend its winning streak yet again? One thing’s for sure: The fan-driven fire isn’t going out anytime soon.

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