‘Squid Game' Season 3 dominates Netflix charts with record-breaking global viewership
This impressive figure firmly secured its position atop Netflix's non-English chart, surpassing its nearest rival by nearly tenfold. The Spanish series 'Olympo' garnered only a fraction of the views, highlighting the unmatched popularity of 'Squid Game.'
The surge in interest for Season 3 also prompted viewers to revisit earlier seasons. Season 2 climbed to third place, while Season 1 re-entered the chart at sixth place during the same period. This renewed attention underscores the series' enduring appeal and cultural impact.
Remarkably, the latest season's viewership exceeded the combined total of all top 10 English-language shows, which collectively drew 34.5 million views. The leading English series, 'The Waterfront,' managed only 11.6 million views in comparison.
'Squid Game' has consistently drawn global attention since its debut in 2021, captivating audiences with its intense depiction of desperate individuals competing in deadly games for a cash prize.
The final season brought this narrative to a dramatic conclusion, focusing on the journey of the main character, Gi-hun, and the ultimate resolution of the high-stakes competition.
The third season comprises six episodes, all released globally on Friday, 27 June 2025. Fans eagerly awaited the finale, which promised to tie up complex storylines and reveal the fate of central characters. Early reactions have praised the season for its emotional depth and gripping suspense.
With the conclusion of Season 3, the creators have signalled that no further seasons are planned. However, speculation about possible spin-offs or related projects continues among fans and industry insiders.
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Vogue Singapore
6 hours ago
- Vogue Singapore
The most buzzworthy Chinese make-up brands to know about
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That is, an enhanced emphasis on packaging, formulas, and values that tell a story. Companies such as Florasis and Catkin, for one, aim to showcase Chinese heritage through the crafting of intricate, ornate casings and products that reflect the traditions and wisdom of their culture. Then there is Judydoll, Carslan, and more—all of which tout bold, adventurous experimentation in the form of unique pigments and textures. Intrigued just yet? For those looking to dip their toes into Chinese make-up, Vogue Singapore has you covered. Below, a roundup of the most notable Chinese make-up labels to add to cart—alongside a curation of their star products to know of. Get those credit cards out, stat. Courtesy of Flortte 1 / 7 Flortte Whimsicality is at the forefront for this C-Beauty brand. With an emphasis on sweet, girlish packaging alongside collaborations with revered animated characters, Flortte is the embodiment of coquette-core that is equipped with formidable formulas, to boot. 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Florasis 3 / 7 Florasis Built upon the pillars of Chinese tradition and artistry, it's clear to see that Florasis is a brand that knows itself and holds a deep awareness of what their consumers want. This is evidenced in how each product is developed and crafted with utmost intention and care—for instance, their Love Lock Lipsticks that are encased within a grandiose, gold-embossed case harbouring nifty configurations and chains. This is meant to mimic the structure of ancient Chinese locks. Not only was it designed by Chinese locksmiths to ensure utmost accuracy, each lipstick bullet even harbours a delicate engraving of motifs from classic Eastern love stories such as white snakes and floral blooms. The brand has also since tapped in on wood carving masters, silversmiths, and revered ceramic artists to work on their product packaging, resulting in a series of visually stunning face powders, eyeshadow palettes, and more. Flower Knows 4 / 7 Flower Knows Victorian influences run rampant within this C-Beauty brand, but that's not to say the label doesn't pay homage to its roots. While blush pots, eyeshadow palettes, and the like are encased with Victorian baroque detailing, each item conceals Chinese influences in the form of shade names that stem from the traditional Cí pattern—a form of poetry in Mandarin—as well as the incorporation of plum blossoms within its design, which is recognised as the national flower of the Republic of China. Enthralling additions to your vanity aside, Flower Knows is also known for its pigment-packed formulas that cling on even after long hours of wear. Look to their Strawberry Rococo range for a glimpse of their transfer- and humidity-proof properties. Catkins 5 / 7 Catkin Established in 2007, Catkin has since gained global recognition for marrying innovative formulas with intriguing packaging. 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Straits Times
6 hours ago
- Straits Times
‘I almost became a widow': Actress Ada Choi says husband Max Zhang had a heart attack in Singapore
Ada Choi and Max Zhang married in 2008 and have three children aged five to 14. Hong Kong actress Ada Choi revealed that her husband, Chinese actor Max Zhang, suffered a heart attack while the family was vacationing in Singapore. Zhang previously disclosed in the first episode of Chinese reality show Call Me By Fire 2025, released on Aug 9, that he almost died while he was overseas with his family on April 17. 'I felt pain, had difficulty breathing and was covered in cold sweat,' Zhang told Korean-American singer-actor Lee Seung-hyun on the show about the incident. 'I could not say anything at that time and felt like I was falling into an abyss.' Zhang and Choi, both 51, married in 2008 and have three children aged five to 14. He is known for starring in martial arts films such as SPL II: A Time For Consequences (2015) and Master Z: Ip Man Legacy (2018). Zhang recalled that Choi and their children were about 10m away, and were about to board a duck boat for a tour. 'I told myself I couldn't die here as I was overseas,' he said. 'I held on and told myself not to collapse.' He saw a doctor soon after he returned to Hong Kong. The doctor told him he could have died during the heart attack, Zhang said. Choi was asked about the incident while attending the lensing ceremony for TV drama Behind The Queens on Aug 17. Top stories Swipe. Select. Stay informed. Singapore What led to Changi Airport runway incident involving 2 China Eastern Airlines planes in Aug 2024 Singapore FairPrice apologises after woman finds worm in salmon bought from Bedok North outlet Singapore CPIB nabs 9 suspects for alleged match-fixing in national basketball league Singapore Live Singapore-raised seafood on sale at 3 Giant supermarkets from Aug 19 Singapore Singapore seals carbon credit deal with Thailand, its first South-east Asian partner Asia Singaporean man sentenced to 72 years' jail in Malaysia for murdering wife and stepson Singapore Court to assess if teen who advertised vapes for sale on WhatsApp can receive probation 'He experienced two episodes of discomfort in March and went to see a doctor, who performed an electrocardiogram test,' Choi said. 'The report showed that he was fine.' She said the family then travelled to Singapore in April. 'He suddenly couldn't breathe, couldn't move, couldn't speak and h ad to sit down. I left him behind and proceeded with the duck tour, thinking he had caught a cold.' Choi said she realised later that something was wrong when she returned and saw his face turning pale, although he said he felt fine after a while. 'While we chatted the next morning, he said tearfully that at the moment the day before, he was looking at the four of us and felt like he was about to pass out and might never see us again. He had to get back up and he did,' she recounted. 'He cried while he was talking and I had never seen him like that before.' Choi accompanied her husband for the health screening in Hong Kong. A computed tomography scan found that about 80 per cent of his blood vessels were blocked, and he had to undergo an angioplasty to insert stents immediately. 'I felt so apologetic when I learnt about his condition and cried on my knees , wondering how I could be such a wife,' Choi said. 'Knowing that we could be separated forever in an instant, I hugged him. I would have gone crazy if something had happened to him.' She said the whole family has grown closer as a result of this incident and now pays more attention to exercise, adding that Zhang has also cut down on oily food. 'We have to count our blessings,' Choi said. 'I almost became a widow, and he almost died in a foreign land.'
AsiaOne
11 hours ago
- AsiaOne
'I almost became a widow': Ada Choi discusses husband suffering heart attack in Singapore , Entertainment News
Hong Kong actress Ada Choi has shared that her actor husband Max Zhang is doing better after suffering a heart attack back in April. In an article by Sing Tao Daily published on Sunday (Aug 17), she said that they cherish each other more after the incident. Ada, who turns 52 in September, was speaking to reporters during promotions for her new drama Behind the Queens. "I have to be grateful, I almost became a widow!" she said. "He almost died in a foreign land." Ada, who has three children with Max, said that the family were in Singapore on a holiday when the heart attack happened. "He suddenly couldn't breathe. It had happened twice before in March. I had asked a doctor to do an electrocardiogram (ECG) and everything was alright," she recalled. "When we were travelling, he suddenly couldn't move, couldn't breathe, couldn't speak, and had to sit down. We were waiting to board a tour boat at the time and were worried about him. He told us to go ahead without him, and I felt so bad leaving him alone, not knowing what had happened." [[nid:721234]] Max is a participant in the latest season of Chinese singing reality show Call Me By Fire, and he revealed the incident to Korean-American singer-actor Lee Seung-hyun in a video released on Aug 9. The 51-year-old told Seung-hyun: "I felt that I was in an abyss and falling through it and couldn't hold on to anything. I told myself I couldn't die there because I was overseas and Ada was taking care of our three children. If I were to die suddenly, what would happen to her... I felt I would die if I closed my eyes." Ada told reporters that the day after his heart attack, Max revealed to her what had happened. "He was crying while talking to me, I've never seen him do that," Ada added. After returning to Hong Kong, he underwent tests and a CT scan, which showed 80 per cent of his coronary artery to be blocked. He had to get a stent implanted immediately. "I cried on my knees when I found out. I only knew then that it only takes a moment for someone to be gone forever," Ada said. "I held him and thanked god. Fortunately, he was fine. "If anything had happened to him, I would have gone crazy!" Max has since quit consuming oily and spicy food, despite being a native of Sichuan. He also returned to acting after being cleared by a doctor, and the couple are now taking steps to do aerobic exercises and be healthy together. drimac@
