'The Odyssey' Dominates Box Office with 290K+ Viewers on Opening Day, 'Dream to You' Heats Up with Episodes 7-8

According to data from the Korean Film Council (KOFIC) on Wednesday, the 6th, The Odyssey drew a total of 291,359 moviegoers on its opening day, Tuesday the 5th, securing a dominant No. 1 position at the box office. This figure accounts for 44.8% of all ticket sales, marking one of the most remarkable opening performances for a film released this year. As reported by The Korea Herald, key cast and crew members including Charlize Theron, Christopher Nolan, Emma Thomas, and Matt Damon previously held a press conference in Seoul, building significant anticipation for the film.

Meanwhile, Dream to You captivated viewers in episodes 7 and 8 by delving deeply into the protagonists' complex romantic relationships. According to a Dramabeans review, the main characters, who initially vowed 'to remain just colleagues,' are now visibly struggling as they can no longer hide their true feelings for each other. In contrast, the secondary couple adds tension to the plot with a contrasting development, attempting to conceal their emotions. However, with the introduction of clichéd elements like 'birth secrets' (출생의 비밀) this week, there's a mix of anticipation and concern for how the story will unfold.