As of August 1, 2026, MrBeast has solidified his position as the dominant force in the global YouTube ecosystem, topping the weekly subscriber rankings with an astounding 510 million subscribers. Following him are T-Series and Cocomelon – Nursery Rhymes, maintaining their strong presence with 314 million and 202 million subscribers, respectively.
Major Players in the Global YouTube Market
This week's YouTube subscriber rankings clearly demonstrate MrBeast's unparalleled position. Achieving a phenomenal 510 million subscribers, he showcases the immense impact of entertainment content. His channel consistently maintains high viewership and engagement, boasting an average of 47.38 million views per video.
The second and third spots are held by Indian music channel T-Series and children's educational channel Cocomelon – Nursery Rhymes, respectively. T-Series, with 314 million subscribers, proves the enduring popularity of music content, while Cocomelon – Nursery Rhymes, with 202 million subscribers, highlights the significant influence of kids' programming. Despite their distinct genres, both channels have successfully attracted a global audience and secured top positions.
The Rise of Kids' Content and Indian Channels
Within the top 10, children's content channels show a remarkable strength. Beyond Cocomelon, channels like Vlad and Niki (6th place, 150 million subscribers), Kids Diana Show (8th place, 138 million subscribers), and Like Nastya (10th place, 133 million subscribers) have garnered substantial subscriber counts, captivating young viewers worldwide. These channels commonly achieve high viewership and consistent upload schedules, fostering strong content loyalty.
Indian-based channels also exhibit significant strength within the rankings. Following T-Series, SET India claims the 5th position with 189 million subscribers, underscoring the vast audience size and YouTube content consumption power of the Indian market. This serves as an important indicator of how region-specific content can achieve global influence on the platform.
As of: 2026-08-01
Top 10 Ranking List
| #1 |
MrBeast
Subscribers 510M 0.2%Change 510MAvg. Views 47.38M 16%30-Day Views 236.92MEngagement 2.79%
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| #2 |
T-Series
Subscribers 314M 0.3%Change 314MAvg. Views 206.32K 8.9%30-Day Views 51.79MEngagement 1.33%
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| #3 |
Cocomelon – Nursery Rhymes
Subscribers 202M –Change 202MAvg. Views 2.53M 6.5%30-Day Views 76MEngagement 0.5%
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| #4 |
YouTube Movies
Subscribers 192M –Change 192MAvg. Views — –30-Day Views —Engagement —
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| #5 |
SET India
Subscribers 189M –Change 189MAvg. Views 15.7K 7.6%30-Day Views 13.97MEngagement 1.48%
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| #6 |
Vlad and Niki
Subscribers 150M –Change 150MAvg. Views 6.62M 43.4%30-Day Views 46.31MEngagement 0.2%
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| #7 |
Stokes Twins
Subscribers 143M 0.7%Change 143MAvg. Views 14.88M 7.4%30-Day Views 163.65MEngagement 1.1%
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| #8 |
Kids Diana Show
Subscribers 138M –Change 138MAvg. Views 512.2K 8.6%30-Day Views 12.29MEngagement 0.42%
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| #9 |
KIMPRO
Subscribers 134M –Change 134MAvg. Views 9.28M 3.1%30-Day Views 630.82MEngagement 0.73%
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| #10 |
Like Nastya
Subscribers 133M –Change 133MAvg. Views 8.45M 76.7%30-Day Views 67.61MEngagement 0.21%
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Content Strategies in Global Competition and the Presence of Korean Channels
These rankings demonstrate the successful establishment of diverse genres, including entertainment, music, and children's content, within the global YouTube market. Notably, the rise of channels like Stokes Twins (7th place), known for short-form video formats and challenge content, reflects shifts in content consumption trends. Such channels expand their subscriber base through continuous content creation and active interaction with their audience.
Furthermore, the inclusion of the Korean channel 'KIMPRO' at 9th place with 134 million subscribers is particularly noteworthy. This not only showcases the global influence of K-content but also highlights YouTube's worldwide expansion, transcending specific genres or nationalities. The top 20 also features K-Pop channels like BLACKPINK (17th place), indicating the widespread global appeal of various Korean content.
