The Japanese animated film Chiikawa the Movie: The Secret of the Mermaid Island has held onto the top spot at the box office for six consecutive days.
According to data from the Korean Film Council’s integrated ticketing system, Chiikawa the Movie: The Secret of the Mermaid Island drew 24,229 viewers on Monday alone, securing its position at the top of the box office. The film’s total audience count has now reached 1,853,136.
The movie follows ChiiKawa and friends as they embark on a mysterious mission to an uncharted island, lured by the promise of a reward 100 times greater than usual. As they explore, they uncover the island’s hidden secrets. The film is based on the popular Siren Arc from the webcomic ChiiKawa by Japanese illustrator Nagano.
Since its release on September 30, Chiikawa the Movie: The Secret of the Mermaid Island has dominated the box office. It claimed the top spot on opening day, briefly lost it to The Assassin, but quickly reclaimed the crown. The film has now maintained its number one position for six days straight, showcasing its strong audience appeal.
The Assassin held steady in second place, attracting 16,278 viewers on the same day. Its cumulative audience has now reached 3,265,450.
Rounding out the top three, Tazza: The Song of Belphegor drew 13,716 viewers. The film’s total audience count now stands at 1,924,906.