The King of Culture TV? It’s All About Trot
In the July 2025 Netizen Awards, TV Chosun’s ‘Trot All-Star Battle: Wednesday Night’ once again stole the spotlight, clinching the Best Cultural Program title with a commanding 59% of the votes (44,657 votes). That’s three months at No. 1, and yes—this trot juggernaut isn’t slowing down.
Why ‘Trot All-Star’ Hits Different
This isn’t just another music show. Combining powerful performances, slick production, and deeply engaged fan communities, Trot All-Star offers more than entertainment—it’s emotional firepower wrapped in sequins and spotlight. Its consistent win reflects trot’s transformation from ‘your grandma’s playlist’ to cultural centerpiece.
Who Came Close? Not Really Anyone
- 2nd place: MBN’s Burning Rose Band – 12,653 votes (16.7%)
- 3rd place: MBC ON’s Trot Champion – 10,053 votes (13.3%)
- 4th place: MBN’s Earth Exploration Life – 4,460 votes (5.9%)
- 5th place: KBS2’s Two Chapters, One Verse – 2,137 votes (2.8%)
Trailing behind were KBS2’s Immortal Songs, TV Chosun’s Masterpiece Studio, MBC’s Good Day, Channel A’s Heart Pairing, and KBS2’s The Seasons – Park Bo-gum’s Cantabile.
Trot’s Got Fans—and They’re Loud
The fan-driven voting culture behind these rankings reveals just how deep trot’s fandom now runs. What used to be considered a niche or nostalgic genre has become the people’s pulse on Korean TV. As one critic puts it, “Trot is no longer reviving—it’s rewriting the rules.”
Can the Streak Hold or Will a Plot Twist Drop?
With ‘Trot All-Star’ topping the charts for three straight months, the question isn’t just how long it’ll stay up there—but who dares to challenge it? While trot holds the throne, other genres might be warming up in the wings. As the Netizen Awards roll on, one thing’s certain: the heart of Korea’s TV scene still beats in 4/4 rhythm—trot-style.
