Shin Hye Sun’s explosive performance takes “The Art of Sarah” into the top 3 worldwide in just 3 days

According to Netflix on February 18, Sara’s artpremiering on February 13, it logged 3.8 million views, calculated by dividing total viewing hours by the show’s length, securing it third place in the global top 10 non-English shows.

The drama also hit the top spot in several countries/regions including South Korea, Indonesia, Philippines, Thailand, Vietnam and Malaysia. Furthermore, it entered the Top 10 in 38 countries/regions such as Bahrain, Peru, Colombia, Hong Kong, Singapore, Japan and Kenya, demonstrating its explosive international popularity.

Much of the buzz centers on Shin Hye Sun’s intense almost “tour de force” acting performance. Its layered portrayal has captivated both domestic and global audiences. Overseas media praised the series, with Decider describing it as “a gripping, multilayered mystery about a woman who builds a life of luxury on complex lies and the detective determined to uncover them.” Time observed similarly, “The Art of Sarah tells the story of a woman who stops at nothing to enter high society in a non-linear narrative that leaves viewers on the edge of their seats until the end.“

Sara’s art follows the story of Sarah Kim (played by Shin Hye Sun), a woman who longs to become something, even if fake, worthy of luxury and prestige. Opposite her is Mu Gyeong (played by Lee Joon-hyuk), a man who relentlessly follows his hidden ambitions and desires.

With its gripping plot and Shin Hye Sun’s commanding performance at the forefront, Sara’s art quickly emerged as one of Netflix’s most talked-about Korean releases of the year, signaling yet another global breakthrough for K-drama.

Sources: Naver

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