Park Chan-wook's 'It Can't Be Helped' Dominates Box Office for Four Consecutive Days

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Park Chan-wook's 'It Can't Be Helped' Dominates Box Office for Four Consecutive Days

Sungmin Jung · September 28, 2025 at 00:26

Acclaimed director Park Chan-wook's latest film, 'It Can't Be Helped,' continues its impressive run, securing the top spot at the box office for the fourth day in a row.

According to the Korean Film Council's Integrated Network of Screen and Admissions, 'It Can't Be Helped' drew 242,011 viewers on the 26th, bringing its total audience to 833,407 and solidifying its leading position.

The second highest-grossing film was 'Chainsaw Man the Movie: The Reze Arc,' with 122,909 admissions on the day, reaching a cumulative total of 368,912.

'Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba the Movie – Mugen Train Arc' followed in third place, attracting 48,070 viewers, and has amassed an impressive 4,951,689 cumulative admissions.

'Face' ranked fourth with 36,092 viewers, bringing its total to 873,368, while 'The Bread Barber: Villains of Bakery Town' came in fifth with 26,349 viewers and a cumulative audience of 40,143.

Real-time pre-sale ticket rates further underscored the film's popularity, with 'It Can't Be Helped' capturing 32.7% of bookings as of the morning of the 28th.

Park Chan-wook is a globally renowned director celebrated for his distinctive visual style and profound storytelling. His diverse filmography consistently leaves a lasting impact on audiences across various genres. 'It Can't Be Helped' is being praised for showcasing his characteristic meticulous direction.