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Korea Box Office: ‘Wicked,’ ‘Hidden Face’ Take top Places

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Story by Patrick Frater
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With 'Wicked' topping the Korea box office, the country's theaters see mixed results as another local hit 'Hidden Face' also makes a strong debut.
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  • 'Wicked' earned $3.58 million from 501,000 admissions, securing a 45% share of the box office - a solid performance, but not enough to single-handedly revive the market.
  • Meanwhile, the Korean thriller 'Hidden Face' surprised with a $2.1 million debut, showcasing the continued appeal of local content to domestic audiences.
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Jon M. Chu, Wicked, Wicked, Hidden Face
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