Squid Game Dominates No.1 Spot 'Except for Just One Country'... Which Country Could It Be?
1st Place in 82 out of 83 Countries, Only India Ranks 2nd
[Asia Economy Reporter Na Ye-eun] Netflix original series "Squid Game" is on the verge of a "perfect all-kill," ranking first in the TV program category in 82 out of 83 countries. The only country where "Squid Game" did not take first place is India, where it currently holds second place.
According to the FlixPatrol chart, a global OTT (over-the-top) ranking chart announced on the 30th of last month, "Squid Game" ranked first in 82 out of 83 countries, scoring 829 points.
Ranking first in 82 out of 83 countries where Netflix is available, including South Korea, Australia, Canada, Chile, Denmark, France, Germany, Hong Kong, Japan, Mexico, Poland, Russia, and Spain, is the highest record in Netflix history. It is 142 points ahead of Netflix's representative killer content "Sex Education," which ranked second.
Meanwhile, the number one work in India is the Indian drama "Kota Factory." It tells the story of talented students from all over the country gathering in the city of Kota, famous for its entrance exam academies, competing fiercely to enter prestigious universities. Although this drama was released a week later than "Squid Game," it maintains the number one position domestically.
Some predict that it will not be easy for "Squid Game" to take first place in India. India, with its highly developed film industry, has a strong preference and loyalty toward domestic content.
Among some netizens, there are voices saying, "Isn't 'Squid Game' unable to take first place in India because it lacks songs and dances?" This refers to the fact that many successful Indian films are musicals that mix dance and songs.
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Meanwhile, Indian actor Anupam Tripathi played the role of "Abdul Ali" in "Squid Game," delivering an impressive performance.
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