Ra Karthik’s Priyanka Mohan, Baek Si-hoon and Park Hye-jin-starrer Made In Korea has topped the Netflix charts globally in the non-English films category. The Tamil film has beaten films like Dhurandhar and Border 2 to stay on the top of the chart for a second week in a row. Priyanka and Karthik shared the news on their social media.
Made In Korea tops Netflix’s non-English chart for 2nd week
Made In Korea was released on Netflix on March 12, and the film has found much love since then. It has topped the top 10 non-English movies chart for the second time in a row. The film has garnered over 67 lakh views, while Border 2 came in second with over 33 lakh views. Dhurandhar, which raked in over 23 lakh views, came in the third position. Firebreak, The Secret Agent, Sosok Ketiga 2: Lintrik, With Love, The Dreamseller, The Pact and Retirement Home made up the rest of the list.
Ra Karthik on Made In Korea topping Netflix chart
Karthik took to his Instagram account to comment on how Made In Korea topped the chart for two weeks. He wrote, “For the first time, a South Indian film has reached this kind of global scale, and to sustain it into the second week makes it even more special.” He also added, “So proud that a female-centric film has achieved this reach. @priyankaamohanofficial happy for you, your efforts shine!”
He praised Priyanka further on X (formerly Twitter), writing, “Shenba…@priyankaamohan. I’ve been receiving so many calls, voice notes, and messages about our film #Madeinkorea, especially about your performance. It really makes me happy. Thank you so much, nga! You’ve done such a beautiful job.”
Karthik also added, “I still remember how every time you would say, ‘We must make a good film and we want to succeed no matter what.’ I truly feel I have, at least to some extent, lived up to the trust you placed in me.” He revealed that Priyanka worked more than 12 hours per day in difficult weather conditions. “Your dedication, energy, and commitment meant so much to the entire team. Personally, I know how much effort and heart you put into this film. I’m really grateful. Thank you so much!!!” he rounded off.
Made In Korea tells the story of Shenbagam (Priyanka), who hails from Kolappur, a small village in Tamil Nadu, but dreams of visiting Korea someday. When her plans with her boyfriend, Mani (Rishikanth), go awry, she finds herself stranded in Seoul, South Korea, and making the best of it.
