New Delhi, Nov. 8 -- Pedro Pascal's first foray into the superhero genre has become one of Marvel's most unexpected triumphs of the year. The Fantastic Four: First Steps, produced on a reported budget of $200 million, is now dominating the streaming space.

The Pedro Pascal, Vanessa Kirby-starrer has taken the top spot on JioHotstar [also known as Disney+ or Disney Hotstar] and leading viewership charts across more than 25 countries.

The film, which premiered in cinemas in July, has swiftly risen to become the most popular title on the platform just days after its OTT debut, according to Collider.

Directed by Matt Shakman - best known for WandaVision - the film has earned widespread acclaim for its balance of character-driven storytelli...