YouTube sensation Darren “IShowSpeed”has captured the hearts of fans across China. His recent appearance on a towering 120-meter Ferris wheel in Chongqing showcased his growing popularity, as he consistently draws large crowds wherever he appears. Most recently, he visited Hong Kong, a city celebrated for its vibrant shopping scene.
During his time in Hong Kong, Speed reached an impressive milestone, amassing a total of 38 million YouTube subscribers. Since beginning his streaming journey in China, he has gained over one million new followers and enjoys an average of 100,000 live viewers per stream, highlighting his rapid rise in the digital space.
Highlighting IShowSpeed’s Memorable Moments in Hong Kong
In an exhilarating live stream from Hong Kong, IShowSpeed celebrated gaining around 100,000 new subscribers. While frequent subscriber gains are not uncommon for the streamer, he took a moment to express his gratitude to his audience with enthusiastic remarks:
“W’s in the chat… we gained one million subs this whole China tour!”
Once again, Speed embraced the local culture, exploring Hong Kong’s rich heritage while sampling traditional cuisine as he streamed.
Top Five Highlights from IShowSpeed’s Hong Kong Adventure
5) Encountering Wildlife at Hong Kong Zoo
The Hong Kong Zoological and Botanical Gardens, established in 1871, is a historical gem and a haven for wildlife enthusiasts. Here, Speed had the thrilling experience of seeing various animals, including pandas and salamanders—species he previously believed existed only in video games.
This visit marked one of the stream’s initial highlights, as he spent an engaging two hours learning about wildlife, feeding penguins, and asking intriguing questions about seal anatomy while traversing in an underwater train.
4) Tasting Hong Kong’s Version of KFC
Kicking off his exploration, Darren indulged in a meal at KFC. Having previously tasted the local flavors during his travels, including his fondness for the famous Jollibee in the Philippines, he was excited to sample Hong Kong’s take on fried chicken.
After trying a chicken fillet, he stated his delight:
“It’s my first time trying KFC… in Hong Kong, and the fillet is good! (Claps) Chat, the fillet is actually good bro… 9/10.”
3) Posing with the Iconic Bruce Lee Statue
Speed later visited the iconic Bruce Lee Statue located at the Avenue of Stars in Tsim Sha Tsui, which pays tribute to the legendary martial artist. Struck by the statue’s presence, he struck a pose alongside it and encouraged his viewers to honor the star:
“W Bruce Lee in the chat!… Wassup Bruce Lee?!”
2) Playing Football with Local Fans
In an exciting segment of his stream, Speed held a series of friendly football matches with fans in a local park. He showcased his skill by deftly maneuvering past defenders and scoring a goal, mimicking his idol Cristiano Ronaldo’s iconic “Suii”celebration that he previously performed during a charity match at Wembley.
1) Celebrating the 38 Million Subscriber Milestone
Speed’s live stream from Hong Kong stood out as his longest yet in China, extending roughly ten hours. Within this time, he garnered over 90,000 subscribers. At the seven-hour mark, he proudly celebrated reaching the significant milestone of 38 million subscribers by performing one of his signature backflips.
As a special gesture from a fan, he received a watermelon adorned with “38M Speed” and candles, which brought a smile to his face:
“He gave me a 38 million watermelon… yo that’s actually so nice.”
In related news, IShowSpeed’s presence was unmistakably felt recently when his image was prominently displayed on the Chongqing Eye Ferris wheel, further solidifying his status as a streaming phenomenon.