Temporary Closure of 8 CGV Movie Theaters in Daegu Area

On the 3rd, as concerns over the spread of the novel coronavirus infection grow, a movie theater in Gangnam-gu, Seoul is less crowded than usual. Photo by Mun Ho-nam munonam@

[Asia Economy Reporter Lee Jong-gil] Multiplex CGV announced on the 27th that it will temporarily suspend operations at eight locations in the Daegu area due to the spread of the novel coronavirus infection (COVID-19). The locations are CGV Daegu, Daegu Suseong, Daegu Stadium, Daegu Academy, Daegu Wolseong, Daegu Esia, Daegu Chilgok, and Daegu Hanil. CGV stated, “In the case of Daegu Hyundai, we are negotiating the suspension of operations with the building owner.” They added, “This measure was taken considering the safety and health of customers and employees,” and “Pre-booked tickets will be automatically canceled, and the reopening date will be announced later.”

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