Who Will Win UPICK’s “Face Genius Actor” Vote? Byeon Woo-seok, Park Bo-gum and Park Ji-hoon Lead the Race

A new fan vote is putting some of Korea’s biggest visual stars head to head and Byeon Woo-seok is once again the name to watch.

Global fandom platform UPICK announced that it will open its new “Face Genius Actor” vote on April 10, inviting fans to choose among some of the most talked-about actors in Korea’s entertainment scene. The poll will run through April 21. What makes this round especially notable is that the lineup was built from direct fan recommendations submitted through UPICK’s official Instagram, meaning the final roster reflects the tastes of global fandom as much as industry buzz.

A Visual Showdown Filled With Major Names

The vote features a lineup of stars known not only for strong acting careers, but also for the kind of visuals that dominate screens and social media alike.

Among the nominees are Byeon Woo-seok, Park Bo-gum, Song Kang, Kim Seon-ho, and Park Ji-hoon, along with high-profile actresses including Kim Hye-yoon, Yoona, and Jisoo. With so many fan-favorite names in one poll, the competition is expected to be especially intense. The event is being framed as a battle among “complete actors” performers who combine popularity, screen presence, and standout visuals.

All Eyes Are on Byeon Woo-seok

The biggest point of attention, however, is Byeon Woo-seok.

Since last year, the actor has shown remarkable strength in UPICK’s actor-related polls, recording six consecutive No. 1 wins and solidifying his reputation as one of the platform’s strongest fan-vote performers. That makes this latest poll about more than a simple popularity check. The real question is whether Byeon can defend his position once again and reach a seventh straight victory, extending what has already become one of the platform’s most notable streaks.

With a powerful global fanbase behind him, he enters the race as the clear frontrunner but not without serious challengers.

Park Bo-gum and Park Ji-hoon Add Serious Competition

Among the strongest competitors is Park Bo-gum, who has recently been drawing attention for his healing charm and standout visuals through the variety show ‘Bogum Magiccul.’ His broad cross-generational appeal makes him a particularly strong candidate in a vote built as much on public affection as on pure fandom strength.

Then there is Park Ji-hoon, who has recently risen further in profile after joining the ranks of “10 million actors” with ‘The King’s Warden’ and is also preparing for a singer comeback on April 29. That combination of acting momentum and music-related buzz could help make him one of the most unpredictable contenders in the race.

Together, those factors make this poll feel less like a one-sided vote and more like a real clash between some of the industry’s most visible stars.

What the Winner Gets

The actor who finishes in first place will receive a major reward: a large-scale ad placement on the Art Canvas billboard at Lotte World Mall in Seoul, one of the city’s best-known landmark advertising locations. Because of the area’s high foot traffic and visibility, the prize is expected to be especially meaningful for fans, offering a prominent way to celebrate the winning actor’s visuals and career in a public space.

Alongside the “Face Genius Actor” poll, the UPICK app is also running several other fan-vote categories, including “April Pick of the Month,” “Best Position Match Dancer,” “Comeback/Debut Idol,” and “Best Vocal Tone Master.”

Editor’s Insight

What makes this vote more interesting than a simple “visual ranking” is that it reflects how actor fandom now works globally. In cases like this, the result is rarely just about who is considered the most handsome. It is also about momentum, current buzz, and how actively fans are willing to mobilize around an actor’s image. That is why Byeon Woo-seok’s streak matters not only as proof of popularity, but as evidence of a fandom that continues to turn attention into visible results.