‘Salmokji: Whispering Water’ Tops South Korean Box Office Amid Horror Resurgence

Variety · 2026-04-13
‘Salmokji: Whispering Water’ Tops South Korean Box Office Amid Horror Resurgence

The Korean cinematic landscape has witnessed a significant shift with the local horror-thriller ‘Salmokji: Whispering Water’ taking the top spot at the box office over the weekend of April 10-12. With an impressive revenue of $3.7 million from 536,451 admissions, the film accounted for a staggering 47.17% of total box office revenue. This surge in interest signals a strong revival for the horror genre in South Korea, reflective of changing audience preferences and an increasing appetite for local content. As 'Salmokji' captures the imagination of viewers with its unique story and suspenseful execution, industry insiders are closely watching to see if this trend continues, underscoring the evolving dynamics of the film industry in the region.