‘The Match’ has hit a major box office milestone!
On April 21, the Korean Film Council revealed that ‘The Match’ has officially crossed the 2 million moviegoer mark at the Korean box office, becoming the second Korean film of the year to achieve this feat. Released on March 26, 2025, ‘The Match’ attracted 2,000,933 viewers in just 27 days.
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Previously, ‘Hitman 2’ became the first Korean film of the year to surpass 2 million moviegoers. Among all films released in Korea this year, including foreign titles, ‘The Match’ ranks third to reach this milestone, following ‘Hitman 2’ and ‘Mickey 17’.
To celebrate, the cast—featuring Lee Byung Hun, Go Chang Suk, Hyun Bong Sik, and Moon Jeong Hee—along with director Kim Hyung Joo, posed for a cheerful photo with balloons spelling out “200”.
Expressing their heartfelt gratitude, the team thanked fans with a joyful message: “Thank you for helping ‘The Match’ reach 2 million viewers!”
‘The Match’ tells the gripping story of Go (baduk) legend Cho Hun Hyun, portrayed by Lee Byung Hun. After a crushing loss to his protégé, Cho reignites his competitive fire and embarks on a journey to become No. 1 again. With powerful performances and a compelling storyline rooted in a real-life sports rivalry, the film has captivated audiences across Korea.
Written by: Aanchal
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