Singer and actor Lee Junho of 2PM has once again demonstrated his strong fan support, securing second place in the latest Star Ranking poll for male idols.
Fan Votes Place Junho Among Top Male Idols
The 222nd round of the Star Ranking “Male Idol” poll ran from January 22 to January 29, during which fans cast votes to determine their favorite stars. Junho earned 21,226 votes, placing him firmly at No.2.
The top spot went to Jimin of BTS with 62,968 votes, while Jin followed closely behind in third place with 17,795 votes.
What Is Star Ranking?
Star Ranking is a fan-driven voting system that allows supporters to directly influence idol rankings through mobile participation. Fans who vote via mobile can receive voting certificates, while high-ranking stars earn special promotional benefits.
Notably, idols who maintain first place for four consecutive weeks are rewarded with outdoor digital billboard advertisements, and their fandoms can also participate in fan-supported ad projects.
Next Voting Round Already Underway
The 223rd Star Ranking Male Idol poll officially began on January 29 and will continue until February 5, giving fans another chance to support their favorite artists.
Junho’s Busy Schedule Continues
Beyond rankings, Junho has remained highly active across music and entertainment. In December, he served as an MC alongside Jang Wonyoung at the 10th Anniversary Asia Artist Awards 2025, held at Kaohsiung National Stadium.
More recently, he released his 2026 season greeting song “Always (사계)”, further connecting with fans through music as he balances his career between idol activities and acting.
A True “All-Round Entertainer”
With consistent fan support, chart recognition, and ongoing projects, Junho continues to solidify his reputation as a versatile entertainer equally respected on stage, on screen, and in fan-driven popularity rankings.
As voting continues, attention now turns to whether Junho can climb even higher in the next round.
Editor’s Insights: Lee Junho’s Unstoppable “Soloist” Brand Power
Lee Junho’s consistent placement at No. 2 in the Star Ranking sandwiched directly between BTS members Jimin and Jin is a massive statement on the longevity of the “Second Generation” idol in a fifth-generation market. While most idols see a dip in fan-voting engagement as they transition into full-time acting, Junho has successfully merged his two identities, maintaining a “fandom-first” loyalty usually reserved for active group performers. By securing over 21,000 votes, he is proving that his brand equity isn’t just passive public recognition from dramas like King the Land or Typhoon Family, but an active, mobilized digital army that rivals the world’s biggest boy groups.
From an editorial perspective, Junho’s 2026 trajectory is defined by “The Global Pivot.” His role as the MC for the 10th Anniversary Asia Artist Awards in Kaohsiung and the release of his season greeting song “Always (사계)” show a deliberate effort to keep his musical identity alive while his acting career reaches prestige levels. As we move through April 2026, we are tracking how this high “Star Ranking” translates into commercial power; Junho is currently the top candidate for several high-end luxury lifestyle endorsements in Korea and Japan. His ability to stay “relevant and voted for” nearly 18 years after his debut is a masterclass in celebrity sustainability that we expect will culminate in a major award sweep later this year.