“The Assassin(s)” Surpasses 2 Million Moviegoers

“The Assassin(s)” has reached a new milestone at the Korean box office.

According to the Korean Film Council, as of October 3, the controversial new film starring Yoo Hae Jin, Park Hae Il, and Lee Min Ho had recorded a total of 2,045,495 moviegoers.

“The Assassin(s)” was first released on September 23, meaning that it took just 11 days to hit the 2 million mark.

Earlier this week, the cast and crew of “The Assassin(s)” withdrew from all scheduled events at the Busan International Film Festival after the movie came under fire for allegations of distorting history.

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“The Assassin(s)” Cancels All Scheduled Events At 2026 Busan International Film Festival

“The Assassin(s)” will no longer attend its scheduled events at the Busan International Film Festival.

On October 2, Hive Media Corp., the production company behind the film, announced that it had canceled the film’s planned Busan International Film Festival appearances.

Below is its official statement:

Hello, this is Hive Media Corp., the production company behind “The Assassin(s).”

After careful consideration and taking into account the safety of audiences and attendees, we have decided not to participate in the Busan International Film Festival Opening Ceremony or the Outdoor Stage Greeting scheduled for October 7.

After carefully reviewing the current situation surrounding the film, we made this decision to ensure everyone’s safety and allow the event to proceed smoothly. We sincerely apologize to everyone who has been looking forward to these events, and deeply appreciate your understanding.

The outdoor stage greeting for “The Assassin(s)” was originally scheduled to be attended by director Hur Jin Ho and actors Yoo Hae Jin, Park Hae Il, and Lee Min Ho.

“The Assassin(s)” follows an investigation into the mystery and forces behind the 1974 assassination attempt that shocked South Korea.

Since its release on September 23, the film has faced controversy over allegations of historical distortion surrounding certain elements of the story.

Amid the controversy, Lee Min Ho’s “Actors House” event at the 31st Busan International Film Festival, originally scheduled for October 7, was also canceled. As a result, all official Busan International Film Festival events related to “The Assassin(s)” have now been called off.

The 31st Busan International Film Festival will kick off on October 6 and run for 10 days through October 15.

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“The Assassin(s)” Surpasses 1 Million Moviegoers After Topping Box Office For 3 Days Straight

“The Assassin(s)” is off to a strong start at the box office!

Ever since its release on September 23, the new film starring Yoo Hae Jin, Park Hae Il, and Lee Min Ho has enjoyed an uninterrupted three-day streak at No. 1 at the Korean box office.

On September 26, the Korean Film Council announced that as of 7 a.m. KST that morning, “The Assassin(s)” had officially reached a total of 1,057,760 moviegoers, meaning that it took less than four days to hit the 1 million mark.

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Congratulations to the cast and crew of “The Assassin(s)”!

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Watch: Yoo Hae Jin, Park Hae Il, And Lee Min Ho Pursue The Truth Behind An Assassination Attempt In “The Assassin(s)” Teaser

Upcoming film “The Assassin(s)” has released a new teaser!

“The Assassin(s)” follows an investigation into the mystery and forces behind the August 15 shooting incident that shocked South Korea.

The newly released teaser begins with detective Cheol Gu (Yoo Hae Jin) and rookie journalist Young Il (Lee Min Ho) witnessing the assassination attempt firsthand, while veteran journalist Jae Hwan (Park Hae Il) receives a call informing him of the incident as it unfolds.

Cheol Gu, a police superintendent at Jungbu Police Station, refuses to stop investigating despite those around him warning, “This isn’t something we should get involved in.” His determination is evident when he declares, “We’re doing this to catch the culprit. Isn’t that our job?”

Jae Hwan, an editor at Dongsung Daily’s social affairs department, is also tracking the circumstances surrounding the case. He tells Cheol Gu, “What’s important to a reporter is the truth,” asking whether he can catch the culprit regardless of who they are. Even when threatened by Sang Pil (Park Hoon), an agent of an intelligence agency, Jae Hwan refuses to back down, saying, “I have a duty to let the people know.”

Meanwhile, rookie reporter Young Il relentlessly asks questions, races around the scene, and follows every clue in his pursuit of the truth. “The person trying to hide something is the culprit. But everyone is hiding something right now,” he says, determined to uncover what really happened.

The teaser heightens the tension by intercutting the trio’s investigation with glimpses of the assassin preparing to carry out the crime. During a series of intense confrontations, Cheol Gu, Jae Hwan, and Young Il are seen shouting, “Tell me the truth. Who gave the order?” and “Let’s bring together our burning hearts,” further raising anticipation for the explosive investigation to come.

Watch the teaser below!

“The Assassin(s)” is scheduled to premiere on September 23.

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Also watch Lee Min Ho in “The Legend of the Blue Sea” below:

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Yoo Hae Jin, Park Hae Il, Lee Min Ho, And More Search For Answers Behind A Shooting In New Film “The Assassin(s)”

Upcoming film “The Assassin(s)” has unveiled new stills featuring its cast!

“The Assassin(s)” follows an investigation into the mystery and forces behind the August 15 shooting incident that shocked South Korea.

The newly released stills capture intense moments of the characters racing toward the truth. In the stills, Detective Cheol Gu (Yoo Hae Jin) is drenched in rain as he runs toward the truth, foreshadowing his relentless determination and desperate struggle.

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Veteran journalist Jae Hwan (Park Hae Il), who firmly voices his convictions with a resolute gaze, and rookie journalist Young Il (Lee Min Ho), who remains unwavering even in the face of a crisis, showcase their strong ambition and determination to bring the truth to light.

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In particular, the sight of the three men gathering late at night to retrace the circumstances surrounding the case teases the intense acting synergy that Yoo Hae Jin, Park Hae Il, and Lee Min Ho will showcase.

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Joining them are Man Seop (Kim Dae Myeung) and Yoon Hee (Ryu Hye Young) of the Dongsung Ilbo reporting team, Kang Ja (Shim Eun Kyung), who warmly welcomes Young Il, and Sang Pil (Park Hoon), a government official with a piercing gaze. Their presence adds to the tension surrounding the investigation while hinting at the tangled relationships among the characters.

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“The Assassin(s)” is scheduled to premiere on September 23.

In the meantime, watch Yoo Hae Jin’s hit film “Exhuma”:

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Also watch Lee Min Ho in “The Legend of the Blue Sea” below:

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3 Reasons To Anticipate Yoo Hae Jin, Lee Min Ho, And Park Hae Il’s Upcoming Film “Assassins”

Upcoming film “Assassins” is gearing up for its highly-anticipated release!

“Assassins” follows an investigation into the mystery and forces behind the August 15 shooting incident that shocked South Korea.

Ahead of the release, the production team has unveiled three points to anticipate:

1. A star-studded meeting of Korea’s top actors

“Assassins” boasts a spectacular lineup featuring some of Korea’s most acclaimed actors. Yoo Hae Jin, Park Hae Il, Lee Min Ho, Bae Sung Woo, Uhm Ji Won, Park Ji Hwan, Park Hoon, Ryu Hye Young, Chang Ryul, Choi Yu Ri, Ryu Kyung Soo, Kim Dae Myeung, Shim Eun Kyung, Park Hae Joon, Park Sung Hoon, Oh Jung Se, Shin Hyun Been, and Jung Woo Sung have all come together for one film, bringing their screen presence to the project.

2. The must-see movie of the Chuseok holiday

“Assassins” is being touted as a film that audiences of all generations can enjoy and discuss together during this year’s Chuseok holiday. It is emerging as one of the most highly anticipated “must-see Chuseok movies” at the box office this year.

3. Trusted production company and team

The film’s accomplished production team and the production company’s impressive track record further heighten anticipation. Hive Media Corp, the production company behind acclaimed films that have tackled major events in modern Korean history, including “12.12: The Day” and “The Man Standing Next,” has earned a strong reputation among audiences. That trust extends to director Hur Jin Ho, whose meticulous and immersive direction has been showcased in films such as “Forbidden Dream” and “The Last Princess.”

“Assassins” is scheduled to premiere on September 23.

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August Drama Actor Brand Reputation Rankings Announced

The Korean Business Research Institute has revealed this month’s brand reputation rankings for drama actors!

The rankings were determined through a data analysis of the media coverage, participation, interaction, and community indexes of 100 actors who appeared in dramas that aired between July 18 and August 18.

Nam Joo Hyuk, the star of the hit drama “The East Palace,” topped this month’s list with a brand reputation index of 3,782,247. High-ranking phrases in his keyword analysis included “The East Palace,” “Roh Yoon Seo,” and “Code,” while his highest-ranking related terms included “solid,” “heartwarming,” and “donate.” Nam Joo Hyuk’s positivity-negativity analysis also revealed a score of 91.42 percent positive reactions.

Namkoong Min, who most recently starred in “The Husband,” took second place with a brand reputation index of 3,028,022.

The next spots on the list went to the stars of “Agent Kim Reactivated”: Yoon Kyung Ho ranked third with a brand reputation index of 2,940,121, while So Ji Sub followed in fourth place with a score of 2,723,464.

Kong Hyo Jin, who is currently starring in “A Bona Fide Killer,” came in at a close fifth with a brand reputation index of 2,667,244 for August.

Check out the top 30 for this month below!

Nam Joo Hyuk
Namkoong Min
Yoon Kyung Ho
So Ji Sub
Kong Hyo Jin
Kim Min Ha
Kim Moo Yul
Kim Hye Soo
Jung Jun Won
Kim Hye Jun
Ji Sung
Roh Yoon Seo
Park Ji Hyun
Choi Dae Hoon
Joo Sang Wook
Lee Dong Wook
Park Eun Bin
Lee Sung Min
Kim Go Eun
Seo In Guk
Yang Se Jong
Cho Seung Woo
Son Naeun
Cho Yeo Jeong
Kim Ji Hun
Hwang In Youp
Jung Hae In
EXID’s Hani
Lee Min Ho
Ahn Bo Hyun

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Yoo Hae Jin, Park Hae Il, Lee Min Ho, And More Team Up In Pursuit Of The Truth In New Film “Assassins”

Upcoming film “Assassins” has unveiled new stills featuring its cast!

“Assassins” follows an investigation into the mystery and forces behind the August 15 shooting incident that shocked South Korea.

One still features Cheol Gu (Yoo Hae Jin), Jae Hwan (Park Hae Il), and Young Il (Lee Min Ho) gathered in one place. The determined expressions of the three characters who are trying to uncover the hidden forces behind the case signal the beginning of their collaboration.

Looking at someone beyond an intense beam of light, Cheol Gu hints at the desperate crises he will face during the grueling investigation through his sweat-covered face and visible wounds.

The following still of Jae Hwan showcase the firm conviction of a social affair editor who refuses to overlook suspicious circumstances while Young Il displays the passion of a rookie reporter who keeps a close eye on the scene.

The still of Cheol Gu and Hyun Do (Park Ji Hwan) examining clues left behind while looking at the layout of the commemorative ceremony venue where the incident occurred and photos from the scene heightens the tension.

Meanwhile, the confrontation between Jae Hwan and the government official (Park Hoon) foreshadows a sharp clash in which neither side will back down.

The still of Jae Hwan, Young Il, Man Seop (Kim Dae Myeung), and Yoon Hee (Ryu Hye Young) gathered at the newspaper office reveals the strong solidarity among reporters determined to document the truth despite external pressure from the era.

Finally, the mysterious silhouette looking toward the stage of the commemorative ceremony captures the breathless moments just before the incident occurs.

“Assassins” is scheduled to premiere in September.

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Lee Min Ho Is A Rookie Journalist Who Dives Into The Truth Behind An Attempted Assassination In New Film “Assassins”

Upcoming film “Assassins” has unveiled the first glimpse of Lee Min Ho in character!

“Assassins” follows an investigation into the mystery and forces behind the August 15 shooting incident that shocked South Korea.

Lee Min Ho plays Young Il, a rookie journalist for the Dongseong Ilbo. While covering a Liberation Day ceremony, Young Il witnesses the attempted assassination of the first lady, along with innocent victims, at close range. After witnessing the incident, he boldly throws himself into uncovering the truth behind it.

In the newly released stills, Young Il displays the fearless determination of a rookie journalist relentlessly pursuing the truth. In one still, with his sleeves rolled up and a serious expression, he appears deep in thought.

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In another still, he retraces clues to the case with a sharp gaze during a press conference.

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“Assassins” is scheduled to premiere in September.

In the meantime, watch Lee Min Ho in “The Legend of the Blue Sea” below:

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Watch: Yoo Hae Jin, Lee Min Ho, And Park Hae Il Embark On A Search For The Truth In New Film “Assassins” Teaser

Upcoming film “Assassins” has unveiled its first teaser!

“Assassins” follows an investigation into the mystery and forces behind the August 15 shooting incident that shocked South Korea.

The teaser opens with the National Liberation Day ceremony, where the eyes of the entire nation are fixed on the event. The deafening silence is broken by a single gunshot, followed by a horrific aftermath as the scene descends into chaos in an instant.

The teaser then shifts its focus to the three men drawn into the search for the truth: detective Cheol Gu (Yoo Hae Jin), who relentlessly pursues the mystery hidden behind the incident; journalist Jae Hwan (Park Hae Il), who strives to uncover the truth despite intense external pressure; and rookie journalist Young Il (Lee Min Ho), who, after witnessing the event firsthand, plunges into the center of growing suspicion. Their intertwined paths herald a gripping pursuit of the truth as they begin their search from their respective positions.

Watch the full teaser below!

“Assassins” is scheduled to premiere in September.

In the meantime, watch Yoo Hae Jin’s hit film “Exhuma”:

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Also watch Lee Min Ho in “The Legend of the Blue Sea” below:

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