Jo Jung-suk Celebrates Success of 'My Daughter is a Zombie' with Enthusiastic Taiwan Tour

Following the exciting news of his wife Gummy's second pregnancy, actor Jo Jung-suk is riding a wave of success with his film 'My Daughter is a Zombie' and has just concluded a triumphant star tour in Taiwan.

Starring Jo Jung-suk, 'My Daughter is a Zombie' is a comedic drama about a doting father who undergoes secret training to protect his daughter, the last remaining zombie on Earth.

From its opening day, 'My Daughter is a Zombie' set records with the highest opening score of the year and the highest opening score for a Korean comedy film. Within just seven days of its release, the film surpassed 2.2 million viewers, breaking even and proving its popularity. Even before its domestic release, the film secured openings in 22 countries, including Taiwan, Indonesia, Vietnam, the Philippines, Singapore, Malaysia, Australia, New Zealand, Hong Kong, and Macau, showcasing its global appeal.

In response to this international interest, Jo Jung-suk embarked on a star tour in Taiwan from the 4th to the 6th, creating unforgettable memories for local audiences.

Before meeting with fans, Jo held a press conference where he engaged in meaningful discussions with the media. The event attracted significant attention from major Taiwanese outlets, including TVBS, CTS, TTV, SET News, ETtoday, NOWnews, GQ, ELLE, Marie Claire, Cosmopolitan, and Next TV.

Jo then greeted approximately 1,400 local fans and audience members at LUX Cinema, where he participated in a stage greeting and a Q&A session. Fans expressed their enthusiasm for 'My Daughter is a Zombie' through numerous questions, highlighting the film's and Jo's popularity. Jo delighted fans by sharing behind-the-scenes stories and reenacting the 'No.1' dance scene, eliciting cheers from the crowd.

After successfully completing his Taiwan tour, Jo expressed his gratitude, saying, "It was wonderful to meet and greet everyone in person after such a long time. Thank you for filling the venue despite the inclement weather. You, who love, support, and watch our movie 'My Daughter is a Zombie,' are truly 'No.1'."

Jo Jung-suk's film 'My Daughter is a Zombie' is currently playing in theaters nationwide.

Reported by Kim Ji-won, TenAsia bella@tenasia.co.kr