World stars are not born overnight. While outstanding musical talent and stage experience are important, the presence of fans who consistently cheer for and support artists cannot be overlooked. The process of fans gathering attention and spreading support can serve as a crucial foundation for a star to advance into a wider world.

This is why the Globe Netizen Awards is drawing attention. Voting in which fans directly participate goes beyond simply determining popularity rankings; it holds significance as a starting point for building the foundation for growth into a global star. To nurture world stars, there must be a process of continuously confirming public interest and connecting it to support. No matter how talented an artist may be, without people who recognize and support that talent, there can be limits to expanding their sphere of activity. Conversely, if fans' voluntary participation continues, it can create an opportunity for interest in the artist to spread further.

Creating a world star does not begin with grand slogans. It can start with small practices: paying attention to the artists you love and connecting that attention to ongoing support and participation.

■ Neo Star Award: Seongri Leads with 53.3%, Jang Han-byeol Pursues with 26.2%

The ongoing voting also shows the competition among fans' support.

As of 6:07 p.m. on the 12th, in the Globe Netizen Awards Neo Star category voting, Seongri ranked first with 57 votes, a 53.3% share. Jang Han-byeol secured 28 votes, placing second with 26.2%. The difference between the two candidates is 29 votes, with a gap of 27.1 percentage points.

Seongri maintains the lead with a vote share exceeding half, while Jang Han-byeol is in pursuit with a vote share in the mid-20% range. Seongri is ahead so far, but since voting is still ongoing, the final outcome may change.

The interest in the Neo Star competition lies not merely in who takes first place. It is also important that fan participation shows how much attention is being gathered for the artists. The support for Seongri and Jang Han-byeol can be seen as a process in which each fandom expresses its hope for the growth of the artist they support.

■ Best Group Award: Forte di Quattro vs. BTS

In the Best Group category, Forte di Quattro and BTS are competing for first place.

The competition between the two groups is also interesting in that their musical genres differ. Forte di Quattro is active mainly in crossover music, while BTS is already a world-renowned group representing K-pop. The fact that two groups active in different musical fields compete on the same voting stage shows that fans can participate across genre boundaries.

The global music market has audiences with diverse tastes, and interest and support that are not limited to a specific genre can create new opportunities. The Globe Netizen Awards can be described as a stage that demonstrates this possibility through fan voting.

■ Why Voting Is the Starting Point for World Stars

Of course, achieving a high ranking in the voting does not immediately make one a global star. To compete on the global stage, various conditions must be met, including musical refinement, sustained activity, and opportunities to meet new audiences. However, fans' active participation can serve as an important starting point in this growth process.

Voting is one of the most direct ways to support an artist's activities. Each fan's vote is an expression of support for the artist they cheer for, and when such participation accumulates, it can become a catalyst for generating greater attention. When fans participate voluntarily and sustain their interest, support for the artist can become even more evident.

The value of the Globe Netizen Awards does not stop at determining rankings. Its significance lies in the fact that fans directly participate in supporting stars, spread the artists' names in the process, and together explore the possibility of advancing to bigger stages. Fans' role in creating world stars is by no means small. The first step toward becoming a world star can begin with fans' attention and support.

This is also why the Neo Star competition between Seongri and Jang Han-byeol, and the Best Group competition between Forte di Quattro and BTS, are drawing attention. Who will ultimately receive the honor of the award is not yet known. However, it is worth noting that the very process of fans participating in the vote and supporting artists can itself be a meaningful step. If you anticipate the birth of a world star, it is necessary to pay attention to the fans' voluntary participation that serves as its starting point. The Globe Netizen Awards holds significance as a stage where such participation comes together.

[The vote counts and percentages for the Neo Star Award were written based on figures provided as of October 12, 2026. The Best Group category reflects the competition structure provided, and specific vote counts and rankings were not confirmed. Voting results may vary depending on the time of tallying. Content regarding world star development and the meaning of voting reflects an analytical perspective, and participation in the voting does not guarantee overseas expansion or global success. This article was written with the assistance of AI.]