The new thriller Broken, starring Ha Jung Woo and Kim Nam Gil, has made an explosive debut, landing at #1 on the box office on its opening day!

According to the Korean Film Council’s official network, Broken drew in 42,562 viewers on its first day, securing the top position and kicking off its potential to be a big hit.

The movie follows Min Tae as he investigates a shocking night involving his brother’s body, his missing wife, and a bestselling novel that eerily predicted the events.

With such a strong start, Broken has already piqued the interest of many, sparking talks about whether it could be a surprise winner at the box office.

Meanwhile, Hitman 2, which had been leading the box office for a while, dropped to second place, attracting 33,533 viewers. The movie has now accumulated a total of 2,083,232 viewers.

Coming in at #3 was The Secret We Cannot Speak, starring Do Kyung Soo, Won Jin Ah, and Shin Ye Eun, with 22,311 viewers. The film has been performing steadily, holding the top spot for overall ticket reservations for its second consecutive week and maintaining its long-term success with a total of 416,190 viewers.

As for The Black Nuns, it ranked #4 with 18,677 viewers, pushing its total audience count to a massive 1.5 million. The film is expected to break even soon, surpassing 1.6 million views.

The total number of moviegoers on this day reached 155,437, marking a strong start to the week at the box office.

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Broadcaster Park Seul Gi recently shared a heartwarming update about her reunion with actor Byeon Woo Seok, proving that his kind and gentle personality hasn’t changed at all.

On April 2nd, Park Seul Gi posted several photos on her social media, along with the caption, "It’s been a while since I saw Woo Seok, and he is still so kind and gentle".

The photos featured Park Seul Gi hosting a fan meeting event for Byeon Woo Seok, organized by a coffee brand.

In the pictures, Park Seul Gi and Byeon Woo Seok looked close and friendly, highlighting their strong bond. Byeon Woo Seok, standing at 190 cm, even bent down to match Park Seul Gi’s height, showcasing his thoughtful nature.

Park Seul Gi shared more about the event, saying, "I made a meeting that felt like a fairy tale, with actor Byeon Woo Seok and the adorable ‘Tong Tong’ (the nickname for Byeon Woo Seok’s fan club) all gathered together! There were many moments where my heart raced, but it was an hour where I stayed focused and did my best."

She also expressed her gratitude, saying, "I’m really thankful for and happy about the Tong Tong fans who always greet me warmly, not just actor Woo Seok. Is there any April Fools’ Day more unbelievable than this!? Let’s run through April with energy!"

Park Seul Gi, who married a non-celebrity in 2016 and has two daughters, continues to stay busy hosting various events.

Byeon, who gained love through the tvN show Lovely Runner, has already chosen his next project, the upcoming MBC drama 21st Century Prince's Wife.

He’s also been making a positive impact, recently donating 100 million won to the Hope Bridge National Disaster Relief Association to help wildfire victims.

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