Big Hit Entertainment and Trafalgar Releasing today announced that the latest feature film, BRING THE SOUL: THE MOVIE, from global superstars BTS, saw 2.55 million admits around the world flock to their local cinema to see the boyband following their landmark LOVE YOURSELF tour.
The film was previously announced to be seen across 112 territories worldwide.
Starting on August 7, BRING THE SOUL: THE MOVIE has been seen in over 5,000 movie theaters on a limited engagement gaining a global box office of circa $24.3 million.
BRING THE SOUL: THE MOVIE reached the number 10 spot in its opening weekend box office for the US achieving over $4.5 million. In its opening weekend box office for the UK, the film achieved the number 9 spot.
BTS, an acronym of Bangtan Sonyeondan or “Beyond the Scene,” is a South Korean boyband that is capturing the hearts of millions of fans globally. The members of BTS are RM, Jin, SUGA, j-hope, Jimin, V and Jung Kook. Gaining recognition from their authentic, self-produced music and top-notch performances to the way they interact with their fans, the band is well on their way to becoming a global icon since they debuted in June 2013. While imparting a positive influence through activities such as the LOVE MYSELF campaign and the UN ‘Speak Yourself’ speech, BTS has mobilized millions of fans across the world (named ARMY), topped prominent music charts, sold out worldwide tours including stadiums and have been recognized with numerous prestigious awards like the Billboard Music Awards and American Music Awards.