“Pachinko” Season 2, the highly anticipated follow-up to the acclaimed South Korean drama series, has achieved significant success globally. Starring Kim Min Ha and Lee Min Ho in the lead roles, the show has secured positions in the top 10 most-watched shows in an impressive 95 countries, including major regions like the United States, India, and the United Kingdom.
The series, which chronicles the struggles and triumphs of a Korean family across generations, premiered on August 23, 2024. The show’s immediate success has been reflected in its global rankings, with FlixPatrol reporting top 10 placements in numerous countries. Pachinko reached the number one spot in regions such as the Philippines, Cambodia, Cape Verde, Hong Kong, Indonesia, Japan, Laos, Malaysia, Mongolia, Singapore, South Korea, Taiwan, Thailand, and Vietnam.
In addition to dominating Asian markets, the show has also captured significant attention in Western regions. In the United States, Canada, and the United Kingdom, Pachinko ranked at number 6. As of August 25, 2024, the series holds third place among the top 10 TV shows on Apple TV+, trailing only behind “Bad Monkey” and “Presumed Innocent.”
Pachinko is an adaptation of Min Jin Lee’s novel of the same name. The story intricately weaves the experiences of four generations of a Korean family living through tumultuous times, beginning with the Japanese occupation of Korea. The central character, Sun Ja, leaves her homeland and relocates to Koreatown in Osaka, Japan, setting the stage for a poignant exploration of identity, resilience, and family bonds.
The series has been helmed by showrunner Soo Hugh, who has meticulously adapted the novel’s complex narrative. In addition to Kim Min Ha and Lee Min Ho, the cast includes acclaimed actors Youn Yuh Jung, Jin Ha, Han Jun Woo, Jung Eun Chae, Kaho Minami, Noh Sang Hyun, Anna Sawai, and Jimmy Simpson.
Fans can catch new episodes of Pachinko Season 2 every week on Apple TV+. The show’s ongoing success highlights its profound impact on audiences worldwide and cements its place as a landmark in contemporary Korean storytelling.
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