by ‘Seoul Yonhap News’ According to statistics released by the Korea Film Council on the 30th, the hit Japanese anime film ” Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba the Movie: Mugen Castle Arc Chapter 1: Akaza Returns ” (released August 22nd) has attracted a total of 5.01 million viewers. Reaching 5 million viewers in just 39 days since its release is faster than the top-grossing Japanese anime film of all time, “Sparrow’s Door Lock,” which was released in Korea.
“Sparrow’s Door Lock” surpassed the 5 million mark in just 52 days after its release, bringing its total audience to 5.58 million. If this pace continues, “Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba the Movie: Mugen Castle Arc” could not only become the top-grossing Japanese anime film of all time, but also top the box office rankings for Korea this year.
