Yoon-a's 'Chef of the Tyrant' Claims Netflix Global No. 1 Spot, Continues Box Office Streak

Actress Im Yoon-a, currently starring in tvN's weekend drama 'Chef of the Tyrant', has achieved the No. 1 position on Netflix's official global rankings, marking another successful stride in her career.

The drama, a survival fantasy romantic comedy where a chef is transported to the past and meets a tyrannical king with a discerning palate, has been garnering explosive reactions weekly thanks to its compelling narrative and the cast's stellar performances.

Im Yoon-a portrays French chef 'Yeon Ji-yeong', a character with exceptional culinary skills and a resolute, responsible personality. She has captivated audiences with her versatile acting, seamlessly embodying the role from its comedic to its serious moments, and has been a consistent leader in TV-OTT integrated cast popularity rankings for four consecutive weeks.

According to Netflix's official ranking site TUDUM, 'Chef of the Tyrant' has topped the Global TOP10 TV (Non-English) category. This achievement, following its immense popularity in Korea, underscores its global appeal.

Notably, this marks Im Yoon-a's second consecutive global chart-topper, following the success of 'King the Land' in 2023. She is etching a significant milestone in her acting career with these consecutive international hits.

'Chef of the Tyrant' airs every Saturday and Sunday at 9:10 PM on tvN.

Im Yoon-a, affiliated with SM Entertainment, is a multifaceted entertainer, recognized as a member of the girl group Girls' Generation, a solo artist, and a successful actress. She has previously garnered acclaim for her acting in numerous hit dramas such as 'You Are My Destiny', 'Sungkyunkwan Scandal', and 'Big Mouth'. Additionally, she has consistently pursued her music career, releasing solo tracks like 'Dessert' and 'Little Sunshine'.