Almost perfect global success
After only three weeks of precipitation in different Asian countries, “When life gives you mandarins “ He officially hit a new milestone: n. 1 globally in Netflix non -English television card. According to Netflix Tudum on April 26, the drama recorded 5.5 million views (based on the visualization hours divided by the total execution time) after having released Act 3 (episodes 9–12).
The series is currently classified in the top 10 in 42 countries and is n. 1 In many, marking an important turning point for an original production of Netflix Korean and has fascinated the public all over the world.
In addition to the domination of the rankings, the drama was warmly accepted on the main global review platforms. He currently holds an evaluation of 9.3 on IMDB and 98% stellar on Rotten Tomatoes, a rare undertaking for any emotionally heavy k-drama. Also from his debut week, these highest scores reflect the powerful narrative of the show despite his tragic shades and emotional Russian mountains.
Loved in Korea and Asia
Before doing waves globally, “When life gives you mandarins” He had already become a family name in Korea. A Gallup survey in Korea (18-20 March 2025) revealed that the show was the most favorite drama with an evaluation of the preferences of 6.9%, making it the original Netflix of the fifth Korean to reach this company at national level.
He also gained massive popularity in other Asian countries such as Japan, Thailand, the Philippines and Indonesia, thanks to its extraordinary plot and the powerful performances.
Just an imperfection
There is only one final act (episodes 13-16) of the series, which will be published on March 28, 2025 on Netflix. As the ending approaches, the fans are worrying about a tragic ending, especially because the first episode has mentioned the female protagonist who lives alone in a nursing home, probably after the death of her husband, Gwan Sik.
While it is clear that the couple has spent their lives together, the spectators are not emotionally ready to attend the departure of both characters. Many are retaining hope for a healing and satisfactory ending, which is consolidated “When life gives you mandarins“As a comparison stone of emotional narrative in the early 2020s Korean television.
