The Netflix film 'K-Pop Demon Hunters' (Keduhun) has risen to the most-watched title in Netflix history, recording a total of 266 million views across both films and series.
According to the Netflix official site 'Tudum' on the 3rd, 'Keduhun' saw a surge in viewership last week, surpassing the previous number one titles, 'Squid Game 1' (265.2 million views) and 'Wednesday 1' (252.1 million views).
'Keduhun' also ranked first in the film institutional sector. Second place went to the action thriller 'Red Notice' starring Dwayne Johnson and Ryan Reynolds (230.9 million views).
Released on June 20, 'Keduhun' is an animated film depicting the original K-pop idol group 'Huntreex' fighting evil spirits and protecting the world with their songs. It combines elements of K-pop and traditional Korean shamanistic beliefs, showcasing a unique concept and gaining widespread popularity.
The work received positive reviews for its 'sing-along' (a show where the audience sings along) screenings held in North American theaters on August 23-24, two months after its release. A separate sing-along version was also released on Netflix, further increasing its popularity.
The original soundtrack of 'Keduhun,' titled 'Golden,' has made a significant impact on music charts, topping the Billboard Hot 100 for three consecutive weeks. It currently ranks number one in about 35 countries and regions, continuing its global box office success.
Netflix officially counts the total viewership for 91 days following the release. Accordingly, 'Keduhun' is expected to set additional records in the approximately two weeks remaining in the count period.