Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba Infinity Castle Sets Global Box Office Records
Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba Infinity Castle, the inaugural film in the acclaimed Demon Slayer trilogy, is making waves both domestically and internationally. The movie, released earlier this year, has shattered numerous box office records, solidifying its status as a global phenomenon.
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In Japan, the film has amassed an astonishing 28.08 billion yen in just 38 days, exceeding the earnings of Titanic and securing its place as the third-highest-grossing film in Japanese box office history. This milestone was reached in a remarkably short time, beating the previous record held by Demon Slayer – Kimetsu no Yaiba – The Movie: Mugen Train.
International acclaim for the film has been equally impressive. Sony Pictures Entertainment reported that Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba Infinity Castle raked in US$4.2 million in its opening weekend in the Philippines, making it the top-performing anime film in the country. In Thailand, the film surpassed all previous anime releases and became the highest-grossing film of the year with earnings of US$6.0 million.
The film’s success extends to Hong Kong, Indonesia, and Malaysia, where it ranks as the highest-grossing anime film of all time with earnings of US$7.1 million, US$6.2 million, and US$5.0 million, respectively. Even in Korea, the film opened with a bang, selling 1.6 million tickets in its debut weekend and earning US$12.6 million.
Within Japan, the film achieved notable records. It surpassed the 2003 hit Bayside Shakedown 2 to enter the top 10 all-time films in just 17 days. By day 25, it surpassed One Piece Film Red to become the sixth highest-grossing film, and later topped your name. and Frozen to claim the fourth spot after 31 days. Additionally, it set a new record for the fastest film to earn 10 billion yen, achieving this feat in just eight days.
The film opened on 443 screens in Japan, including IMAX theaters, setting a new franchise record. Internationally, Aniplex is aiming to screen the movie in over 150 countries and regions, expanding its global reach beyond the previous 145 countries and regions. In the United States and Canada, the film will be shown in theaters on September 12, featuring both Japanese subtitles and an English dub.
Under the direction of Haruo Sotozaki at ufotable, the film’s screenplay and animation are top-notch. The iconic theme song “Taiyō ga Noboranai Sekai” is performed by Aimer, with LiSA lending her vocals to “Zankoku no Yoru ni Kagayake.”
The unprecedented success of Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba Infinity Castle underscores the growing global appeal of Japanese anime. Its achievements in both domestic and international markets highlight the film’s exceptional quality and the enduring popularity of the Demon Slayer series.
News Source: Animenewsnetwork.com
