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SEOUL -- The sequel to South Korea's blockbuster hit "Along With the Gods: The Two Worlds" fascinated moviegoers once again, topping the box office with more than 1.2 million viewers on its opening day to set a new record.
According to the Korean Film Council (KOFIC), the much-anticipated sequel titled "Along with the Gods: The Last 49 Days" drew some 1.24 million viewers on Wednesday, becoming the first South Korean film to break the one million mark on the release day.
The original film was watched by about 14.4 million people and earned 115.6 billion won ($103.2 million). The highest-grossing South Korean film was "Roaring Currents", a 2014 film about Korea's 16th-century Joseon Dynasty naval commander, Admiral Yi Sun-sin, who scored a dramatic victory against Japan. It was watched by some 17.6 million moviegoers and earned 135.7 billion won.
The original film took viewers on a roller coaster ride in the world after death, depicting a story about a lost soul, guided by grim reapers, journeying through hell to be reincarnated. By recreating hell in a way it is described in Korean folklore with a variety of unique gods and monsters, it captured middle-aged viewers with a strong message about family affection.
The sequel focused on background stories of grim reapers, carrying a message of forgiveness and redemption.
reporter
Park Sae-jin
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