“The King’s Warden” Becomes Highest-Grossing Film of All Time in South Korea

The historical drama “The King’s Warden” has made cinematic history by becoming the highest-grossing film of all time in South Korea, achieving this milestone during the weekend of March 20–22.

24 Mar, 08:18 — 24 Mar, 09:03

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This achievement marks a significant moment for South Korean cinema, indicating strong audience engagement with local productions. It highlights the growing global influence and commercial success of Korean films, particularly within their home market.

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Korea Box Office: ‘The King’s Warden’ Becomes Highest-Grossing Film of All Time

Historical drama “The King’s Warden” made cinematic history during the weekend of Mar. 20–22, becoming the highest-grossing film of all time in South Korea. According to data from KOBIS, the tracking service operated by the Korean Film Council, the film’s cumulative revenue reached $95.3 million, surpassing the previous financial records held by the 2019 comedy […]

By Naman Ramachandran

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straits-timesMostly Factual28d ago