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  • 2K comments329K likes106 breakout score
    todayyearsold18M views

    Why it worked

    Swinging a kid around on camera turns a normal game clip into pure comedy.

    Make it yours

    Film a random funny interaction in your space and add dry voiceover.

    Reel by @todayyearsold, 18M views, posted .

    @todayyearsoldToday Years OldVerified@todayyearsold+6.7K followers this week
  • 150 comments16K likes101 breakout score
    bershka15M views

    Why it worked

    Starting mid sentence makes people stop scrolling to catch up.

    Make it yours

    Talk directly to someone off camera while your hair gets fixed.

    Reel by @bershka, 15M views, posted .

    @bershkaBERSHKAVerified@bershka+18K followers this week
  • 12K comments701K likes70 breakout score
    fortnite12M views

    Why it worked

    It drops a massive collab silhouette against a quiet night sky.

    Make it yours

    Hide your upcoming product inside a dark cinematic shot.

    Reel by @fortnite, 12M views, posted .

    @fortniteFortniteVerified@fortnite+31K followers this week

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6K comments2M likes205 breakout score
_sophiesilva_24M views

Why it worked

A fast match cut hits right on the beat drop to reveal the massive costume shift.

Make it yours

Film your normal look then your final outfit and cut them right on a heavy beat.

Reel by @_sophiesilva_, 24M views, posted .

@_sophiesilva_Sophie SilvaVerified@_sophiesilva_+166K followers this week

Growth+145,859

Reel posted Oct 284.8M4.8M4.9M5MOct 24Oct 26Oct 28Oct 30
1K comments89K likes31 breakout score
jamiemiller3M views

Why it worked

Starting mid-song with a famous guest makes people stop scrolling.

Make it yours

Film a duet outside with a known peer in your niche tomorrow.

Reel by @jamiemiller, 3M views, posted .

@jamiemillerJamie MillerVerified@jamiemiller+149K followers this week

Growth+133,188

Reel posted Oct 261.7M1.7M1.8M1.8MOct 24Oct 26Oct 28Oct 30

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What’s working in cooking this week

1. Practical kitchen hacks with an immediate payoff

The winning structure is: show the useful result immediately, add a curiosity-led text hook, then demonstrate the trick quickly.

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    dr.vegan22M views

    Why it worked

    Dropping ingredients into glass with dual language labels creates instant visual rhythm.

    Make it yours

    Record your first step falling into a clear container and add bilingual text on screen.

    Reel by @dr.vegan, 22M views, posted .

  • 539 comments1M likes
    iramsfoodstory14M views

    Why it worked

    Starting with a loud crunch and a cheese pull hooks viewers instantly.

    Make it yours

    Film the finished bite first before showing how you make it.

    Reel by @iramsfoodstory, 14M views, posted .

  • 237 comments121K likes
    yourcookbookofficial9M views

    Why it worked

    Throwing whole onions into a hot pan in the first second creates instant action.

    Make it yours

    Start your next recipe by dropping the main ingredient into the pan immediately.

    Reel by @yourcookbookofficial, 9M views, posted .

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@sivanskitchen

Sivan's Kitchen

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@sivanskitchen

2.3M followers·220 following

Growth+93,637

2.2M2.3M2.3M2.3MOct 24Oct 26Oct 28Oct 30

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13K comments2M likes82 breakout score
harrykane27M views

Why it worked

Pairing a massive career win with a quiet nod to a partner hooks viewers instantly.

Make it yours

Film a major personal milestone and dedicate it to the person who helped you get there.

Reel by @harrykane, 27M views, posted .

@harrykaneHarry KaneVerified@harrykane+960K followers this week

Growth+956,390

Reel posted Oct 2720.2M20.5M20.8M21.3MOct 24Oct 26Oct 28Oct 30

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  • 6K comments938K likes5644 breakout score
    dustdna21M views

    Why it worked

    Fast synchronized strikes in the opening second create instant visual rhythm.

    Make it yours

    Film two people doing your core task at the exact same speed.

    Reel by @dustdna, 21M views, posted .

  • 1K comments1M likes23280 breakout score
    baddieinbiz20M views

    Why it worked

    Starting with an innocent kid saying a sexist trope hooks viewers instantly.

    Make it yours

    Film a chat where you correct a common misconception about your industry.

    Reel by @baddieinbiz, 20M views, posted .

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  • Break down any ReelSee what worked, what fell flat, and what could be improved.
  • Discover what makes accounts growFind the videos and strategies behind their growth.
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  • @arielyu.fitAriel_yu@arielyu.fit

    +89K followers this week · +1.8%

    5.0M followers · 187 reels · 882K avg views

    Reel by @arielyu.fit, 8M views8M viewsReel by @arielyu.fit, 7M views7M viewsReel by @arielyu.fit, 4M views4M views
  • @theschoolofhardknockzThe School Of Hard Knocks@theschoolofhardknockz

    +83K followers this week · +0.8%

    11M followers · 29 reels · 7.4M avg views

    Reel by @theschoolofhardknockz, 18M views18M viewsReel by @theschoolofhardknockz, 13M views13M viewsReel by @theschoolofhardknockz, 13M views13M views
  • @chatgptChatGPTVerified@chatgpt

    +81K followers this week · +1.0%

    7.9M followers · 42 reels · 769K avg views

    Reel by @chatgpt, 826K views826K viewsReel by @chatgpt, 812K views812K viewsReel by @chatgpt, 776K views776K views
How does Ascend Viral work?

Ascend Viral is now Ascend, the viral growth platform for brands and creators on Instagram. Ascend analyzes top viral videos in your niche and shows you what works best for your account. On Growth and Viral, the Growth plan adds targeted, local followers. More on how it works.

Is Ascend the same company as Ascend Viral?

Yes. Ascend Viral is now Ascend. Read the announcement.

Will Ascend Viral work for me?

If you’re a creator, brand or local business posting Reels, yes. See who it’s for.

How much will I grow?

That depends on your niche, your content and who you target. Post what works and watch your reach expand. See what drives growth.

When can I expect results?

You’ll see what works in your niche the day you sign up. Growth plan followers add up week by week. See the timeline.

Why should I pick Ascend Viral?

Because you stop guessing. Ascend’s AI watches thousands of viral videos every day, and on Growth and Viral the Growth plan brings targeted, local followers. See why people pick Ascend.

Can I try Ascend for free?

Yes. Start with a free account, or try any plan free for 5 days.

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Pick a plan and use everything for 5 days. Cancel before the trial ends and you pay nothing.

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