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

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Despite strong numbers, 'Wicked' fails to revive the sluggish South Korean box office, as 'Hidden Face' emerges as another top contender.
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  • 'Wicked' claimed a 45% share of the box office in Korea, earning $3.58 million from 501,000 admissions, but fell short of sparking a much-needed industry boost.
  • The thriller 'Hidden Face' debuted at #2, demonstrating the local audience's continued appetite for domestic films alongside the Hollywood blockbuster.
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Jon M. Chu, Wicked, Wicked, Hidden Face
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