The new Korean film “Dark Nuns,” the spin-off of “The Priests,” starring Song Hye Kyo and Jeon Yeon Been, is one of the most highly anticipated Korean movies set to release in 2025. Check out these interesting facts about the new Korean film “Dark Nuns” you should know before watching.
New Korean Film “Dark Nuns” Facts You Should Know
1. Song Hye Kyo’s Silver Screen Comeback
After 11 years of absence since her last performance in the Korean film “My Palpitating Life” in 2014, Song Hye Kyo is making a grand comeback to the big screen with the supernatural thriller “Dark Nuns” in 2025. This movie not only marks her first venture into supernatural thriller but also her return after her hit drama series The Glory,” showcasing another level of her acting skills.
2. Song Hye Kyo’s Commitment to Acting
Model-turned-actress Song Hye Kyo made her acting debut in 1996 and has taken on various roles ever since. Most of her works are in the romance and melodrama genres. However, she once felt that acting was becoming less exciting, and her performance seemed dull. Therefore, she challenged herself to explore other genres and roles that she never tried before.
Then, the actress successfully made waves with her first thriller series, “The Glory,” in 2022. For her outstanding performance in this series, she won the Grand Prize (Daesang) at the 2023 Blue Dragon Series Awards.
In “Dark Nuns,” Song Hye Kyo plays Sister Junia, a determined character willing to sacrifice herself to save lives. To prepare for her role in “Dark Nuns,” she sought advice from nuns. She also learned to smoke for six months to make her performance more natural, proving her dedication to the role she played.
3. Star-Studded Movie
Besides Song Hye Kyo, “Dark Nuns” features talented Korean actors and actresses, including Jeon Yeo Been from “Vincenzo,” Lee Jin Wook from “Sweet Home,” Huh Joon Ho from “Bloodhounds,” and Moon Woo Jin from “The Fiery Priest 2.”
The movie also features Kang Dong Won, who previously appeared in “The Priests.” The actor is also known for his shaman role in “Dr. Cheon and Lost Talisman“ (2023).
3. Available to Watch in 160 Countries
“Dark Nuns” premiered on January 24 in South Korea, Taiwan, Indonesia, and Mongolia. Following its premiere, the film will be released in the Philippines on January 29. It will hit cinemas in 160 countries, including Australia, New Zealand, Thailand, Laos, Singapore, Malaysia, Vietnam, Hong Kong, Germany, and North America.
4. Highest Pre-Sale Tickets
Song Hye Kyo’s comeback with exciting film and role has generated immense buzz. The movie sets a record for the highest pre-sale ticket sales. Moreover, the Korean Film Council’s integrated ticketing system shows that the movie achieved an impressive ticket reservation rate of 41.1% and sold 202,000 pre-sale tickets by 9 a.m. (KST) on its premiere day.
5. Intense Plot
The thrilling movie “Dark Nuns” tells the story of Hee Joon, a boy possessed by a powerful evil spirit, and two nuns, Sister Junia and Sister Michaela, who struggle to save his life.
Father Paolo, who is a psychiatrist, believes that Hee Joon suffers from mental illness and that medical treatment can cure him. Meanwhile, Father Andrea focuses on performing exorcisms to take the evil spirit out of the boy’s body.
In contrast, Sister Junia and Sister Michaela make every effort to save the boy’s life. They not only perform exorcisms using Catholic rituals but also conduct traditional Korean shamanistic practices.
The solidarity of the two women to save a life and the combination of exorcisms carried out by the determined nuns make the film distinct from other supernatural thriller films. It also creates a unique sense of tension.
7. #1 in Daily Box Office on Premiere Day
After setting a record with the highest pre-sale ticket, “Dark Nuns” ranked first at the Korean Box Office on its premiere day, earning 163,730 admissions in Korea and 181,387 admissions from Taiwan, Indonesia, and Mongolia. This marks a strong start for Song Hye Kyo’s new film, “Dark Nuns.”
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Song Hye Kyo and Jeon Yeo Been are truly a dynamic duo! 🔥 Also Moon Woo Jin, he nailed his role in many dramas he has played. And this time, his performance is beyond acting. I think he deserves more leading roles in the future.