Korea Box Office: Anime Sensation ‘Chiikawa’ Dominates Weekend
Japanese animated phenomenon “Chiikawa the Movie: The Secret of the Mermaid Island” tightened its grip on the South Korean box office over the weekend of…
Variety reports: Japanese animated phenomenon “Chiikawa the Movie: The Secret of the Mermaid Island” tightened its grip on the South Korean box office over the weekend of Oct. 16–18, commanding more than 42% of nationwide ticket revenue in its third frame.
According to data from KOBIS, the tracking service operated by the Korean Film Council, the Toho-distributed.
This entertainment story centres on Japan. Names and organisations mentioned in the coverage include Korea Box Office, Anime Sensation and Chiikawa’ Dominates Weekend.
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