Korean YouTuber Tops Global Monthly Views on YouTube in January (+The Identity)

In January 2025, YouTuber KIMPRO achieved the highest number of monthly views worldwide on YouTube, marking another major milestone in his rapidly growing career. He also became the first Korean individual YouTuber to surpass 80 million subscribers, currently boasting around 85.2 million subscribers as he continues to make waves in the global market.

Known for steady growth through diverse content, KIMPRO currently holds the most subscribers among individual YouTubers in South Korea as of February 8. He ranks second among all South Korean YouTube channels, following BLACKPINK’s 95.8 million subscribers, highlighting his remarkable influence.

“This meaningful achievement was made possible thanks to our dedicated viewers and the tireless efforts of my team,” KIMPRO shared. “I’m excited to continue showing you even more growth.” He added, “Starting 2025 with such positive news is incredibly uplifting, but I won’t stop here—I aim to set even more records moving forward.”

KIMPRO launched his YouTube channel in 2022, offering a wide variety of content that has captivated audiences globally, including memes, challenges, and skits. With his recent achievement of topping YouTube’s global monthly view rankings, he is expected to further solidify his position as a powerhouse in the global content scene.