American actor Eric Edelstein has found himself at the centre of an amusing case of mistaken identity as Netflix's latest series The Boroughs gains traction among Indian streaming audiences. Viewers across social media platforms have been confusing the actor, who portrays Hank Williams in the show, with David Harbour, the burly star known for his role as Chief Jim Hopper in the hit series Stranger Things.
The confusion has sparked widespread discussion on Indian social media, with many users questioning whether they were alone in initially misidentifying Edelstein. The actor's physical resemblance to Harbour, combined with his portrayal of a similarly imposing character, has led to the mix-up among subscribers of the streaming platform.
The Boroughs, which recently premiered on Netflix, has been drawing considerable attention from the Indian OTT audience, which remains one of the platform's largest markets globally. Edelstein, previously known for voice work in animated series, brings a similar tough-guy persona to his role that Harbour has made iconic in Stranger Things.
As streaming content continues to dominate entertainment consumption in India, particularly among urban audiences in cities across Bihar and other states, such instances of viewer engagement highlight the growing influence of international content on Indian screens. Neither Edelstein nor Harbour have publicly commented on the comparison.