According to the Korean Film Council's integrated ticketing system, 'Gunchae' attracted 971,020 viewers from May 29 to 31, securing the top spot at the weekend box office. This marks the film's 11th consecutive day at number one since its release.
The film surpassed 3 million cumulative viewers just 10 days after its release on May 30, exceeding its break-even point. It has achieved the fastest milestones for 1 million, 2 million, and 3 million viewers among films released this year, continuing to draw audiences in its second week.
'Gunchae' tells the story of survivors trapped in a building due to an unidentified infection outbreak, facing off against infected individuals who evolve in unpredictable ways. Directed by Yeon Sang-ho, the film stars Jeon Ji-hyun, Koo Kyo-hwan, Ji Chang-wook, Shin Hyun-bin, Kim Shin-rok, and Go Soo.
In second place was 'Backroom,' which attracted 303,264 viewers during the same period, bringing its cumulative total to 391,129. Released on May 27, the film follows Clark and Mary as they encounter inexplicable events in a bizarre space characterized by yellow walls and endless fluorescent lights.
'Backroom' expands an internet-based horror universe into a feature film. Its unique premise, along with involvement from A24 and James Wan's Atomic Monster, as well as visual direction by director Kane Parsons, has garnered early interest from audiences.
The film 'Michael' followed closely, drawing 136,682 viewers during the same period, with a cumulative total of 1,394,934. 'Michael' chronicles the journey of Michael Jackson, who captivated the world with his innate musical talent and became the 'King of Pop.'
As the last weekend of May concluded, 'Gunchae' held its lead after surpassing its break-even point, while the new release 'Backroom' quickly attracted audiences, establishing itself as a successful foreign film. 'Michael' also maintained a strong position with nearly 1.4 million cumulative viewers.
* This article has been translated by AI.
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