This chart highlights the YouTube channels with the most subscribers as of December 2024. MrBeast leads with an astounding 337 million subscribers, followed by T-Series at 281 million and Cocomelon - Nursery Rhymes with 187 million. The list showcases diverse content creators from the USA, India, and other regions, reflecting global trends in digital media consumption.
Subscribers refer to YouTube users who opt to follow a specific channel, allowing them to receive updates and view new videos from that channel. A high subscriber count often reflects a channel's popularity and influence.
YouTube continues to be a dominant platform for content creators worldwide, and this list of the top channels by subscribers in 2024 provides insight into the trends shaping the platform. Leading the pack is MrBeast, whose philanthropic and creative content has captivated 337 million subscribers, marking a significant milestone. T-Series, an Indian music and film production company, holds the second spot with 281 million subscribers, showcasing the enduring global appeal of Bollywood and regional music content.
Children's content remains a powerhouse category, as evident from Cocomelon - Nursery Rhymes, which ranks third with 187 million subscribers. Other children's content creators like Vlad and Niki and Kids Diana Show also rank highly, underscoring the lucrative nature of child-focused digital entertainment. Educational and family-friendly themes dominate in these channels, drawing massive viewership across continents.
From India, SET India and Zee Music Company further cement their positions in the top ranks, demonstrating the global appetite for Indian TV and music content. Meanwhile, PewDiePie, once the most-subscribed channel, now ranks ninth, reflecting a shift in audience preferences toward diversified content.
This list reveals the growing influence of creators from varied cultural and content backgrounds. It also highlights how YouTube serves as a universal platform where creators and companies alike can achieve staggering reach. The dominance of US- and India-based channels points to the continued importance of these regions in driving global trends. These rankings emphasize the evolution of YouTube from a simple video-sharing platform to a global media powerhouse.
Rank | Name | Indicator | Subindicator |
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1 | MrBeast | 337M people | February 20, 2012 ~ |
2 | T-Series | 281M people | March 13, 2006 ~ |
3 | Cocomelon - Nursery Rhymes | 187M people | September 2, 2006 ~ |
4 | SET India | 180M people | September 21, 2006 ~ |
5 | Vlad and Niki | 129M people | April 23, 2018 ~ |
6 | ✿ Kids Diana Show | 128M people | May 12, 2015 ~ |
7 | Like Nastya | 124M people | December 6, 2016 ~ |
8 | Zee Music Company | 112M people | March 12, 2014 ~ |
9 | PewDiePie | 110M people | April 29, 2010 ~ |
10 | WWE | 106M people | May 11, 2007 ~ |
11 | Stokes Twins | 102M people | April 12, 2008 ~ |
11 | Goldmines | 102M people | January 21, 2012 ~ |
13 | Sony SAB | 97M 800K people | August 5, 2007 ~ |
14 | BLACKPINK | 95M 400K people | June 29, 2016 ~ |
15 | ChuChu TV Nursery Rhymes & Kids Songs | 94M 400K people | February 9, 2013 ~ |
16 | Zee TV | 86M 200K people | December 11, 2005 ~ |
17 | 5-Minute Crafts | 81M 100K people | November 15, 2016 ~ |
18 | Baby Shark - Pinkfong Kids’ Songs & Stories | 79M 400K people | December 14, 2011 ~ |
18 | BANGTANTV | 79M 400K people | December 17, 2012 ~ |
20 | Colors TV | 77M 600K people | June 13, 2008 ~ |