Why is the 'Squid Game' so popular worldwide?

01 July, 2025, 10:15 pm

Last modified: 01 July, 2025, 10:18 pm

Why is the 'Squid Game' so popular worldwide?

01 July, 2025, 10:15 pm

Last modified: 01 July, 2025, 10:18 pm

The most popular series in Netflix history is South Korea's 'Squid Game'. It became the most-watched show on Netflix in more than 90 countries around the world in just a few weeks. Its popularity was not only due to its dramatic story—it also portrayed a deep psychological picture of the economic uncertainty, class inequality, greed, and human values of the time. Which touched the hearts of viewers on many levels.

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