Bon Appetit, Your Majesty is enjoying a royal reception on Netflix, as the fantasy romance drama continues to top the streaming platform’s non-English series chart for a second consecutive week. According to Netflix’s latest global rankings, the series amassed an impressive 6.5 million views between September 15 and 21, outpacing Spanish drama Billionaires’ Bunker, which took the runner-up spot with 3.7 million views.
The Korean drama tells the whimsical tale of Yeon Ji-young, a skilled French chef played by Lim Yoon-ah, who is mysteriously transported back in time to the Joseon dynasty. There, she finds herself caught in palace intrigue and culinary challenges as she attempts to earn her freedom by impressing the enigmatic King Yi Heon, portrayed by rising star Lee Chae-min.
Since its release on August 23 by South Korean broadcaster tvN, Bon Appetit, Your Majesty has steadily climbed the charts. After debuting at No. 4, it soared to the top by its third week and has held strong since, reflecting the global appetite for Korean period dramas infused with fantasy and romance.
Another Korean entry, You and Everything Else, also made waves on the chart, ranking fifth with its heartfelt story about two friends navigating life’s emotional trials. Meanwhile, over in the English-language movie category, summer blockbuster KPop Demon Hunters secured the No. 2 spot with 21.1 million views, just behind romantic comedy The Wrong Paris, which claimed 21.8 million views.
As international audiences continue to embrace Korean content, Bon Appetit, Your Majesty stands as a shining example of how creativity, strong storytelling, and cultural fusion can resonate across borders.
Discover more from Allycaral
Subscribe to get the latest posts sent to your email.
