South Korean cinema has a new champion for chills and thrills. The occult horror film “Exhuma” has shattered expectations, becoming the first movie of its genre in the country to ever reach a staggering 7 million viewers. This historic achievement comes just sixteen days after the film’s release, solidifying its position as a box office juggernaut and a crowd-pleasing phenomenon.
“Exhuma” boasts a star-studded cast, featuring renowned actors like Choi Min Sik, Kim Go Eun, Lee Do Hyun, Yoo Hae Jin, and Jeon Jin Ki. The film follows a wealthy Los Angeles family plagued by a terrifying supernatural force. Desperate to protect their newborn child, they turn to shamans Hwa Rim, played by Kim Go Eun, and Bong Gil, portrayed by Lee Do Hyun. As the shamans delve deeper into the family’s history, they uncover a horrifying truth β their lineage is cursed by vengeful ancestral spirits.
In a last-ditch effort to quell the otherworldly threat, the family embarks on a perilous journey to unearth the grave of their forefather. However, their actions have unintended consequences, unleashing an even darker and more powerful entity. Now, they find themselves trapped in a vortex of escalating danger and unraveling mysteries.
“Exhuma’s” meteoric rise to success is not accidental. The film consistently surpassed viewership milestones, reaching 1 million viewers in just three days, 2 million viewers in four days, and a staggering 3 million viewers within a week of its release. This momentum continued, with 4 million viewers flocking to cinemas by day nine and 5 million by day ten. The record-breaking 7 million viewer mark solidified “Exhuma” as not only the highest-grossing Korean film of 2024 but also a cultural touchstone.
The film’s director, Jang Jae Hyun, and the cast have expressed their gratitude to fans for the overwhelming support. To celebrate reaching the 5 million viewer mark, they even released a special commemorative poster. Social media has been abuzz with discussions about the film’s plot, scares, and exceptional performances.
“Exhuma” marks a turning point for Korean horror. It proves that audiences have a strong appetite for well-crafted occult narratives, paving the way for a new wave of chilling stories from South Korea.
Exhuma plot and cast details
Exhuma unfolds the chilling tale of a wealthy Los Angeles family besieged by a malevolent supernatural force. In a desperate bid to safeguard their infant, they enlist the aid of shamans Hwa Rim and Bong Gil. Yet, as they delve deeper, they uncover a haunting revelation: ancestral spirits haunt their lineage, intensifying the terror. To quell the unearthly disturbance, they embark on a perilous journey to unearth their forefather’s grave, only to unleash a darker, more sinister energy, plunging them into a vortex of escalating danger and complexity.
Lee Do HyunΒ takes up the role of Bong Gil, and Kim Go Eun plays Hwa Rim, who are shamans and work together to get rid of unwanted presence. The cast ensemble also includes Choi Min Sik as Kim Sang Deok and Yoo Hae Jin as Yeong Geun. The movie is directed and written by Jang Jae Hyun.
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