"The Man Who Lives With the King" on the occasion of the March 1 Independence Movement has surpassed 8 million viewers..Park Jihoon "Thank you so much!" [Official]

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The movie "The Man Who Lives with the King," which became the top box office hit in 2026, attracted 8 million viewers.

According to the integrated computer network of movie theater tickets, "The Man Who Lives with the King" recorded 8,6326 cumulative audiences as of the 1st, the 26th day of its release. This is due to word of mouth of the audience and the craze for watching the Nth round.

In 1457, Cheongryeongpo, a movie about a chief who claimed to be exiled for the revival of the village, and a young predecessor who was expelled from the throne and exiled, exceeded 8 million cumulative viewers, solidifying the status of 2026's top box office.

Jang Hang-joon, director of "The Man Who Lives with the King," said, "I am so grateful to the audiences who loved "The Man Who Lives with the King." Eight million viewers watched the movie, and I think it's a number that not only me but also the production team and actors have never imagined. Everyone is grateful every day," he said, expressing his overwhelming feelings about the box office success.

Actors also released handwritten thank-you messages. Yoo Hae-jin, who plays the role of Gwangcheongol Chief Eom Heung-do, said, "Big unexpected love. Thank you from the bottom of my heart! Stay healthy," said Park Ji-hoon, who plays the role of the young late king, Lee Hong-wi, "The movie 'The Man Who Lives with the King' reached 8 million hearts thanks to your love! Thank you so much! I'll always do my best. Be happy!"

Yoo Ji-tae, who plays the powerful Han Myeong-hoe, said, "I'm already a successful actor just because I've been with 8 million movies in my life. Thank you from the bottom of my heart," said Jeon Mi-do, who plays the court lady Maehwa, "8 million 'The Man Who Lives with the King'!! I sincerely thank the elderly who came to the theater for the first time in a long time, the children who watched the Nth time with their parents, and everyone who was heartbroken by the story of Um Heung-do and Danjong," he said.

Kim Min, who plays Taesan, Heung-do's son, said, "Thank you so much to all of you who love 'The Man Who Lives with the King.' Thanks to you, I'm having a happy time. Always be healthy and happy," he said, expressing his joy of reaching 8 million viewers. In addition, Park Ji-hwan, who plays the role of Yeongwol-gun, said, "Thank you to the 8 million viewers of 'The Man Who Lives with the King.' We will do our best in the future," he said.

Lee Joon-hyuk, who plays the role of Venus Grand Prince, said, "The Man Who Lives With The King, has 8 million hearts! Thank you from the bottom of my heart," said Ahn Jae-hong, who plays Norugol Chief. "Thank you to the 8 million viewers of 'The Man Who Lives with the King'! I love you!" he said, expressing his gratitude.

"The Man Who Lives With The King" is playing in theaters.

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