Box Office Breakthrough
The film My Daughter is a Zombie has made waves in the South Korean box office, becoming the first film of 2025 to surpass 5 million moviegoers. According to the Korean Film Council, this achievement was realized by August 24, just 26 days after its release on July 30. Such rapid success highlights the film’s impressive reception among audiences.
Record-breaking Success
My Daughter is a Zombie previously recorded the biggest opening of any Korean comedy film in history, garnering attention not only locally but also internationally. It outperformed the Hollywood blockbuster F1, solidifying its status as the top box office hit of 2025 in South Korea. This film stands out as it is the only release to reach the 5 million mark thus far this year, following closely behind the success of the sequel to Veteran, I, the Executioner, which achieved this milestone in September 2024.
Gratitude to Fans
To show appreciation for their loyal audience, the stars of My Daughter is a Zombie – Jo Jung Suk, Cho Yeo Jeong, Lee Jung Eun, Yoon Kyung Ho, and Choi Yu Ri – along with director Pil Gam Sung, posed for photos with handwritten messages of gratitude. The film has maintained its position at the top of the box office for an impressive 23 consecutive days, setting a new record for the longest-running number one film of the year. This indicates not only the film’s popularity but also the strong connection it has fostered with viewers.
