Have you been keeping up with the Asia Star Entertainer Awards (also known as ASEA) for 2025? ASEA 2025 is an award ceremony co-hosted by Newsen, one of Korea’s leading entertainment and sports media, and the star and style magazine @style. This year, the monthly voting for the award is being held exclusively through the global K-Pop fandom community platform, PODOAL. From August to December, fans will vote and 100% decide the winners in four categories each month: “Group of the Month,” “Solo of the Month,” “Trot of the Month,” and “Popularity Award of the Month”.
For more information about the awards, visit the ASEA official homepage.
The voting is on and your favorite Korean artists are all in the running to win!!
Voting is possible on the PODOAL App using PODOAL Jelly. Want in on the voting but not sure how to get PODOAL Jelly at an affordable rate? Check out the Kpopmap Store for PODOAL Jelly Coupons. Make sure to check out our ultimate guide on how to vote on the app too.
Now, every so often, ASEA holds fun polls – and this time around, they ask who you would like to see as a main lead in a K-Drama. Let’s take a look at who netizens voted number one for a male lead.
Top 3 Male Artists You Would Like To Meet As A Drama Main Lead
1. BTS’s Jin
2. BTS’s V
3. BTS’s JungKook
BTS’s Jin has captivated fans worldwide, earning the top spot in a poll identifying the artist most desired as the male lead in the upcoming ASEA 2025 drama. With over 89 million votes, Jin’s immense popularity underscores his dual talent as a musician and a potential actor. Fans highlighted his magnetic presence and warm personality, envisioning him excelling in a romantic drama role.
Close on his heels were fellow BTS members V and Jungkook, who secured the second and third places, further showcasing the group’s universal appeal. Jin’s recent solo projects, including a chart-topping album, have solidified his artistic versatility and hinted at his potential expansion into acting.
Fans eagerly anticipate whether Jin will take this opportunity to debut as an actor, marking another milestone in his illustrious career. This poll reflects the global admiration for his multifaceted talent.
You don’t need to wait for a special poll to vote for your favorite artist! You can participate in ASEA voting today!
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