Overview
- The film opened in South Korea on July 23, marking Lee Min-ho’s first big-screen role in nearly ten years and triggering immediate online backlash.
- Lotte Entertainment has secured distribution rights in 113 countries, with international screenings beginning July 30 across Asia and August 1 in North America.
- Longtime readers on Reddit and other forums have faulted the adaptation for removing key abilities, simplifying plotlines and altering character dynamics.
- Lee Min-ho said he initially resisted the role due to creative pressure and admitted he had “no idea” how his character was connected to Jisoo’s character, calling his approach “flying blind.”
- Backed by a ₩30 billion budget, the high-stakes fantasy aims for six million admissions to break even in a challenging post-pandemic box office climate.