The sequel to Veteran, starring Jung Hae In, has surpassed 2 million viewers within just 3 days of its release, becoming the fastest 2024 film to achieve this milestone.

I, The Executioner hit theaters on September 13, 2024 and quickly drew massive attention, with over 2 million people heading to cinemas within just 3 days. The movie is the sequel to the 2015 hit Veteran, with Jung Hae In now leading the cast. According to an announcement made by the Korean Film Council on September 15, 2024, the film reached a total of 2,095,936 viewers, officially marking it the fastest movie in 2024 to hit this figure.

Fastest Film to Cross 2 Million in 2024

The numbers released by the Korean Film Council show that I, The Executioner broke past Exhuma and The Roundup: Punishment, both of which reached the 2 million mark in 4 days. This makes I, The Executioner the fastest film of the year to achieve this record.

The remarkable success is being attributed to the film’s thrilling plot, strong cast, and impressive direction by Ryoo Seung Wan. The film’s success is also a sign of the popularity that the Veteran series continues to enjoy in South Korea.

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Plot Summary of I, The Executioner

The movie follows the intense pursuit of a serial killer wreaking havoc across the country. Park Sun Woo, a young and eager detective played by Jung Hae In, partners with the seasoned officer Seo Do Cheol, portrayed by Hwang Jung Min, who was also the lead in the original Veteran film. The duo embarks on a mission to solve the gruesome crimes and bring the perpetrator to justice.

In a twist, Ahn Bo Hyun plays a surprising and pivotal role in the film. He, along with a strong supporting cast that includes Oh Dal Soo, Jang Yoon Ju, Oh Dae Hwan, and Kim Shi Hoo, adds depth and excitement to the story.

Celebration of Milestone

To commemorate this success, a celebratory photo was released featuring the cast members. In the image, Jung Hae In, Ahn Bo Hyun, and others stood proudly alongside Ryoo Seung Wan, the director of the film. They expressed their gratitude to fans and thanked them for supporting the film’s release.

The success of I, The Executioner highlights its strong appeal to the audience, and the movie is expected to continue drawing large crowds in the upcoming days.

Cast List of I, The Executioner

Main Cast:

• Jung Hae In as Park Sun Woo, the youngest detective eager to solve the case.
• Hwang Jung Min as Seo Do Cheol, a veteran officer determined to catch the criminal.
• Ahn Bo Hyun plays a key character in the story with a surprising twist.
• Oh Dal Soo, Jang Yoon Ju, Oh Dae Hwan, and Kim Shi Hoo form the rest of the impressive ensemble cast.

I, The Executioner is expected to keep its momentum going, further establishing its place as a major box-office success in 2024.

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