The historical film The King’s Warden has achieved a breathtaking milestone. Maintaining incredible momentum 50 days after its release, the cinematic masterpiece officially surpassed 15 million box office admissions on March 25.
Shattering Box Office Records
Director Jang Hang Jun’s latest epic is completely rewriting Korean cinema history. On March 23, the hit movie surpassed the legendary Along With the Gods: The Two Worlds, which previously held a massive 14.41 million admissions. Ticket sales have shown no signs of slowing down as eager audiences continue to flock to theaters.
Aiming for the All-Time Top 2
With its unstoppable momentum, The King’s Warden is now aiming for the ultimate cinematic crown. The historical film is eagerly eyeing the legendary box office records set by previous heavyweights. If it continues on this trajectory, it will soon enter the prestigious top two highest-grossing Korean films of all time.
Currently, the ultimate admission targets to beat are:
- The Admiral: Roaring Currents (17.61 million admissions)
- Extreme Job (16.26 million admissions)
A Stellar Cast Brings History to Life
The gripping sageuk plot centers on the tragic life of King Danjong, the 6th ruler of the Joseon Dynasty. Veteran actor Yoo Hae Jin delivers a masterful performance as village chief Eom Hong Do. Meanwhile, idol-turned-actor Park Ji Hoon proves his incredible dramatic range by starring as the exiled King Danjong (Yi Hong Wi).
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