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The year-end festivities for fans of the popular Korean variety show “Pinggyego” are set to begin, as host Yoo JaeSuk officially announced the 3rd annual Pinggyego Awards on November 16, 2025. The announcement, made via the official social media for the TteunTteun YouTube channel, revealed significant changes to the nomination process and kicked off the viewer voting period, which runs from November 16, 2025, to November 25, 2025.
New Nomination Rules Shake Up the Competition
Starting with this third ceremony, the Pinggyego Awards will implement new, stricter criteria for its highest honors. The rules now differentiate between the Top Excellence Award and the coveted Grand Prize (Daesang). To be eligible for the Top Excellence Award, a nominee must have appeared on “Pinggyego” at least twice within the year. The bar is set even higher for the Grand Prize, requiring a minimum of three appearances. This structural change aims to reward the show’s most dedicated and frequent guests, ensuring that the top awards go to those who have contributed most significantly throughout the season.
A Shift in Grand Prize Contenders
The new rule has dramatically altered the landscape of the Grand Prize nominees for the Pinggyego Awards. In the past, the top honor was awarded to acclaimed actors, with Lee DongWook and Hwang JungMin winning the first two Grand Prizes, respectively. However, the 2025 ceremony marks a historic shift. For the first time, the Grand Prize will be awarded to an entertainer, guaranteeing a new type of winner and celebrating the comedic backbone of the beloved Korean variety show.
The Grand Prize Race: Jo SeHo vs. Ji SukJin
This year’s Grand Prize nominees are all seasoned entertainers: Nam ChangHee, Yang SeChan, Jo SeHo, and Ji SukJin. The competition is expected to be a nail-biting race primarily between two of Yoo JaeSuk’s closest colleagues, Jo SeHo and Ji SukJin. Jo SeHo leads the pack with an impressive 10 appearances in 2025, while Ji SukJin follows closely behind with 9 appearances. The new rules have positioned these frequent flyers as the top contenders, a testament to their consistent entertainment value on the TteunTteun channel. The host, Yoo JaeSuk, is known for creating incredible chemistry with his guests, and this year’s awards will celebrate those who have become fixtures on his program.
How Viewers Can Participate in the Pinggyego Awards
Audience participation is a key component of the event. Viewers have the power to decide the winners for three major categories: the Grand Prize (Daesang), the Best Picture Award, and the Popular Star Award. Voting is open for a ten-day period, concluding on November 25, 2025. In total, six awards will be presented, including the Rookie Award, Excellence Award, and Top Excellence Award, celebrating a wide range of contributions to the show. Fans are encouraged to cast their votes to support their favorite stars and memorable moments from the past year of this hit Korean variety show.
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