Anticipated Film 'Harbin' Tops Pre-Booking Charts Ahead of Release

The highly anticipated film 'Harbin' (하얼빈), directed by Woo Min-ho (우민호) and produced by CJ ENM and Hive Media Corp, has claimed the top spot in pre-booking sales just nine days before its release. Set in 1909, the film depicts a tense chase filled with suspicion between those heading to Harbin for a singular purpose and those pursuing them. As of December 15, 2024, at 12:46 PM, 'Harbin' surpassed 83,383 pre-booked tickets, securing the number one position in overall pre-sales. This impressive figure showcases the film's strong pre-release buzz, outpacing notable competitors such as 'The Firefighter' (소방관) and 'Mufasa: The Lion King' (무파사: 라이온 킹). With such a positive response, all eyes are on 'Harbin' as it embarks on its box office journey.

'Harbin' promises to deliver a gripping narrative, showcasing the perilous journey of independence fighters against a backdrop of stunning global locations, all through the lens of director Woo Min-ho. The film features a stellar cast, including Hyun Bin (현빈), Park Jung-min (박정민), Jo Woo-jin (조우진), Jeon Yeo-bin (전여빈), Park Hoon (박훈), Yoo Jae-myung (유재명), Lily Franky (릴리 프랭키), and Lee Dong-wook (이동욱), who together create a powerful synergy that reflects the fighters' determination and struggles. Given the current trend, it is expected that pre-bookings will exceed 100,000 tickets this week.

This collaboration marks another project between director Woo Min-ho and Hive Media Corp, who have previously worked together on films like 'The Insider' (내부자들). The expertise of the production team, known for their work on 'The Spring of Seoul' (서울의 봄) and 'Save Me from Evil' (다만 악에서 구하소서), further heightens anticipation for 'Harbin'. The film is set to hit theaters on December 24, 2024.