Netflix’s latest Korean action film Mantis has rocketed up the charts, claiming No. 3 on the Global Top 10 Non-English Films just three days after its debut.
Released September 26th, the film logged more than 7 million views in its opening weekend, landing in the Top 10 lists of 44 countries including South Korea, Spain, Thailand, Hong Kong, and Peru.
Front and center are Yim Si Wan, Park Gyu Young and Jo Woo Jin, who headline the high-stakes thriller. Yim stars as Mantis, an elite hitman making a comeback after a long hiatus. Park plays Jae Yi, his former trainee turned rival, while Jo appears as Dok Go, a retired assassin whose return intensifies the fight for supremacy in a world where the rules of the underworld no longer apply.
Audiences worldwide have praised both the relentless action and the performances of the three leads. Reactions on social media read: “The action is insane. Now this is what you call a hitman movie,” “The wall-climbing fight scene is legendary,” and “Yim Si Wan, Park Gyu Young, and Jo Woo Jin completely disappeared into their roles.”
Adding to the film’s prestige are cameo turns by Sul Kyung Gu, Jeon Do Yeon, and Yang Dong Geun, whose appearances underscore the project’s star power.Viewers have also connected with the emotional undercurrents woven into the action. Comments ranged from Reactions included: “Mozart who loved Salieri,” “The emotional scenes were amazing—with three talented actors, even just watching their expressions was a treat,” and “Choosing ‘Mantis’ was no mistake. Best movie ever!” The film’s mix of friendship, rivalry, and loyalty has been a key driver of its popularity.
Netflix has released a new batch of behind-the-scenes stills, capturing the intensity of the assassin duels, the precarious relationships among the killers, and standout moments from the lead trio.
Source: Netflix
