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The main cast of the movie 'Crime City 3' expressed their gratitude for surpassing 10 million viewers.

According to the Korea Film Council's integrated box office data on the 3rd, 'Crime City 3' (directed by Lee Sang-yong) recorded a cumulative audience of 10,218,054 as of the 2nd.

[Photo by Ma Dong-seok]

The film, which was released on May 31, surpassed 1 million viewers on its opening day, 2 million in 3 days, 3 million in 4 days, 4 million in 5 days, 5 million in 6 days, 6 million in 7 days, 7 million in 11 days, 8 million in 14 days, and 9 million in 21 days, reaching 10 million viewers on the 32nd day after release, June 8.

It is the 30th film to reach 10 million viewers among domestically released films since records began, and the 21st Korean film to do so. Additionally, it is the second series to achieve double 10 million viewers following the 'Along with the Gods' series.

Ma Dong-seok, the lead actor and producer, conveyed his thanks through the distributor ABO Entertainment the day before, saying, "Without the 10 million viewers, the 'Crime City' series would not have existed."

He added, "We will make every preparation to ensure that 'Crime City 4,' which will be released next year, is even more enjoyable for the audience," and "Once again, I sincerely thank you."

Lee Joon-hyuk, who played the villain Joo Sung-chul, said, "I sincerely thank the more than 10 million viewers who watched the film." He continued, "As someone who loves movies, it feels truly meaningful to have created memories together through this film."

Aoki Munetaka, who played Ricky, said, "I am happy just to have appeared in a franchise film loved in Korea, and surpassing 10 million viewers is amazing," adding, "I will never forget the love from Korean audiences." Kim Min-jae also said, "I am grateful that such a miraculous event happened."

(From the right) Lee Jun-hyuk, Ma Dong-seok, Director Lee Sang-yong, Aoki Munetaka
Photo by Yonhap News

Yang Ho and Chorong, who were greatly loved in the film, also shared their thoughts. Chorong, played by Ko Kyu-pil, said wittily, "I feel so good that 'One Two One Two' comes out naturally all day. I want to do a joyful step dance."

Jeon Seok-ho, who portrayed Kim Yang-ho, said, "I still can't believe the number 10 million," and "I will continue to repay with good acting in the future."

Director Lee Sang-yong, who directed parts 2 and 3, said, "I can't believe that 'Crime City 3' surpassed 10 million viewers following last year's debut work 'Crime City 2'." He added, "I know very well how significant and great the number 10 million is."

He also stated, "I will remain humble without arrogance and become a director who repays with even better works."

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