Netflix Korea Experiences Boost in User, Usage Time Thanks to THIS Hit K-Drama

Netflix Korea is experiencing a major increase in user and total usage time after Song Hye Kyo's K-drama "The Glory" made its global premiere.

The revenge drama, which debuted on December 30, continues to make headlines as viewers await for the highly anticipated season 2.

Interestingly, after making it to Netflix's global top 10 TV shows along with other series that are making a huge buzz, the streaming giant gained a significant increase in the number of users and other factors.

'The Glory' Boosts Netflix Users, Total Usage Time

In a report obtained by a media outlet, an app analysis service called WiseApp recently revealed that Netflix app users reached a record high of 12.79 million for January 2023.

The result is based on their survey of Korean smart phones both Android and iOS users.

Moreover, the analysis service mentioned that Netflix Korea scored 11.16 million users in November 2022 before "The Glory" was released.

However, after Song Hye Kyo's drama was officially broadcasted, Netflix gained an increase of 15 percent or 1.63 million users.

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On the other hand, the Netflix app increased by 24 percent or about 900 million minutes on its total usage time.

For January 2023, Netflix Korea garnered 4.9 billion minutes while the platform had 4 billion last November 2022.

In the same outlet, WiseApp explained that the Netflix app showed declines in their users and usage time after social distancing restrictions were at ease.

Interestingly, the streaming platform had positive changes after Song Hye Kyo's revenge drama aired.

'The Glory Season 2' Release Date and What to Expect in Song Hye Kyo's Drama

Viewers are thrilled to witness the revenge of Moon Dong Eun, played by Song Hye Kyo, whose dream of becoming an architect was shattered after she was victimized by bullies in high school.

However, years later, she returns with aim for vengeance against her former bullies.

After the massive success of the revenge series, officials have confirmed the much-awaited sequel of the Song Hye Kyo-led K-drama.

"The Glory Season 2" release date is set on March 10 with a majority of the lead stars reprising their roles. It includes Song Hye Kyo, Lim Ji Yeon, Kim Hieora, Jung Sung Il, Cha Joo Young, Lee Do Hyun, and Park Sung Hoon.

In a report, screenwriter Kim Eun Sook teases viewers that fans wouldn't be able to resist the intense ride of the sequel, adding that the second part will feature a "refreshingly satisfying" drama.

Meanwhile, as for the director, the second season will be helmed by Ahn Gil Ho of hit K-dramas like "Memories Of The Alhambra," "Stranger, and "Record Of Youth."

As for the renowned screenwriter, Kim Eun Sook penned "The King: Eternal Monarch," "Goblin," and Song Hye Kyo's "Descendants of the Sun."

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Written by Geca Wills