The film Dark Nuns has started its global box office journey with impressive success, dominating the domestic box office in its debut week and claiming the top position in Indonesia, where it premiered simultaneously.
Dark Nuns narrates the tale of individuals engaging in a forbidden ritual to rescue a boy possessed by a formidable evil spirit. Garnering 160,000 viewers on its opening day, the movie has retained the leading spot at the Korean box office for three consecutive days post-release.
In Indonesia, the film amassed approximately 310,000 viewers in its inaugural week, marking the strongest debut for any Korean film in the nation. It also maintained the number one rank at the Indonesian box office for three continuous days.
The movie has received acclaim for its gripping narrative and the characters' fervent struggle to free the boy from the evil entity. Within a span of three days, Dark Nuns reached an audience of 600,000 in Korea, fueling growth in the domestic box office and contributing to market expansion. Its emotionally charged storyline has sparked considerable word-of-mouth discussion spanning all age demographics. Anticipation is high for the film's sustained strong performance as the Lunar New Year holiday commences on January 27.
Dark Nuns viewers have praised the stellar performances of the cast, particularly those delivered by Song Hye Kyo and Jeon Yeo Bin. Some audience feedback includes:
"The acting was incredibly compelling... not just your typical exorcism film. The message of people striving to save lives was truly impactful" (Naver_ly****).
"Song Hye Kyo was mesmerizing with her expressions—her acting was phenomenal! Jeon Yeo Bin also delivered an outstanding performance. I was moved by Michaela in the final scene" (Megabox_ch****).
"Moon Woo Jin's portrayal was haunting. While I always admired Jeon Yeo Bin’s acting, she has transcended genres now. Song Hye Kyo, of course, was phenomenal. Kim Gook Hee's performance was also commendable" (Megabox_최****).
With its ongoing triumph in both Korea and Indonesia, Dark Nuns is poised to maintain its momentum and attract a wider audience.