The South Korean box office remained active over the weekend of January 3-5, 2025, with Harbin retaining its dominant position and Sonic the Hedgehog 3 making an impressive jump into the top five. Here’s a detailed breakdown of the weekend’s top performers and their impact on the market. ‘Harbin’ Holds Strong at the Top The action-packed historical drama Harbin continues to captivate audiences.
Starring Hyun Bin as a Korean independence activist, the film added KRW4.71 billion (approximately $3.2 million) to its earnings over the weekend.
With 483,921 admissions and a 42% market share, Harbin remains the highest-grossing film of the weekend. Its cumulative total now stands at a remarkable $23.9 million, solidifying its status as a major success in South Korea’s film industry.
‘The Firefighters’ Secures Second Spot In second place, The Firefighters garnered $850,366 over the weekend, accounting for an 11.1% market share. The film, which delves into the lives and challenges of South Korean first responders, attracted 129,252 viewers.
With a cumulative total of $22.9 million, the drama continues to resonate with audiences seeking heartfelt storytelling and heroism on screen. ‘Bogota: City of the Lost’ Debuts at Third New to the box office, Bogota: City of the Lost claimed the third spot with weekend earnings of $672,000.
The thriller, set in Colombia, achieved a market share of 8.8% and drew 102,979 admissions. With a cumulative total of $2 million, the film ha.
