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'Yadang: The Snitch' Becomes 2025's Most-Watched Film in South Korea

The crime thriller is the first R-rated Korean film in six years to surpass 3 million admissions, marking a post-pandemic box office resurgence.

This image, captured from a YouTube video and provided by Plus M Entertainment, shows lead actor Kang Ha-neul of the Korean crime thriller "Yadang: The Snitch" expressing his gratitude to moviegoers after the film became the most-watched theatrical release of 2025 in South Korea. (PHOTO NOT FOR SALE) (Yonhap)

Overview

  • The film reached 3,015,000 admissions on May 12, becoming the most-watched theatrical release in South Korea this year.
  • It is the first R-rated Korean film to surpass 3 million admissions since 2019's 'The Gangster, The Cop, The Devil.'
  • Directed by Hwang Byeong-guk, 'Yadang' follows the efforts of a criminal informant, a prosecutor, and a detective to dismantle a drug ring.
  • Since its April 16 release, the film has dominated the domestic box office, with only one day outside the top spot.
  • During the May 1–6 holiday period, it drew 831,000 admissions, surpassing other major releases like 'Hitman 2' and 'Mickey 17.'