'Omniscient Reader's Viewpoint' Dominates Box Office on Opening Day, Starring Ahn Hyo-seop and Lee Min-ho
'Omniscient Reader's Viewpoint' Dominates Box Office on Opening Day, Starring Ahn Hyo-seop and Lee Min-ho
The film 'Omniscient Reader's Viewpoint,' starring Ahn Hyo-seop and Lee Min-ho, has made a triumphant debut by securing the number one spot at the box office on its opening day.

'Omniscient Reader's Viewpoint' is a fantasy action film where the world of a novel, which had been serialized for over a decade, becomes reality on the day it concludes. The story follows Kim Dok-ja, the sole reader, as he teams up with the novel's protagonist, Yoo Joong-hyuk, and other allies to survive in a post-apocalyptic world.
'Omniscient Reader's Viewpoint' Dominates Box Office on Opening Day, Starring Ahn Hyo-seop and Lee Min-ho
'Omniscient Reader's Viewpoint' Dominates Box Office on Opening Day, Starring Ahn Hyo-seop and Lee Min-ho
Promising a cinematic experience, 'Omniscient Reader's Viewpoint' topped the box office on its first day, signaling a strong start. According to the Korean Film Council's integrated computer network, the film attracted 122,491 viewers on its opening day (23rd), surpassing the opening score of 104,548 viewers set by 'Opposition,' the highest-grossing Korean film of 2025. Maintaining its position as the number one in pre-sale rates for six consecutive days leading up to its release, the film is crafting a new success story.

Audience members have praised the film, saying, "Two hours flew by! How can I wait for the sequel?", "The setting was interesting, and the action was thrilling! I'm so curious about the next story," "Time flew by. Looking forward to the sequel," "It was fresh and fun, I'll definitely watch the second part!", and "A refreshing fantasy action to beat the heat." Others commented, "Even in my 50s, I found it exciting and entertaining. Our country's films are so well-made," and "It's a type of fantasy film that hasn't been seen in Korea before, fresh and enjoyable," expressing satisfaction with the novel visuals, expansive world-building, and exhilarating fantasy action.

The film features a star-studded cast including Ahn Hyo-seop, Lee Min-ho, Chae Soo-bin, Shin Seung-ho, Nana, Ji Soo, and Kwon Eun-sung. Ahn Hyo-seop and Lee Min-ho share a past connection as former agency mates. Ahn Hyo-seop remarked about Lee Min-ho, "It was nice to see him again after 10 years. He approached me without hesitation, which made me comfortable." He added, "(Lee Min-ho) was my celebrity. To Kim Dok-ja, Yoo Joong-hyuk is such a figure, a hero and an idol," noting that this dynamic naturally translated into their performances.

By Ji-won Kim, TenAsia Reporter bella@tenasia.co.kr