"Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba - The Movie: Infinity Castle" Achieves Box Office Milestones

"Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba - The Movie: Infinity Castle" has made a significant impact in South Korea, surpassing 4 million admissions since its release on July 22, 2025. As of September 8, the film has accumulated 4,012,071 admissions, making it the third highest-grossing Japanese animated film in Korea, surpassing "Your Name." (2016) which had 3,931,252 admissions. The film has maintained the No. 1 position at the Korean box office for 17 consecutive days and achieved the largest opening for a Japanese animated film in the country. It drew 54,196 moviegoers on September 8 alone, demonstrating its sustained popularity.

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In Japan, "Infinity Castle" has also set remarkable records, grossing over ¥31.42 billion (approximately $204 million) within its first 52 days. The film reached the ¥10 billion mark in just eight days and ¥30 billion in 46 days, making it the fastest film in Japanese history to achieve this milestone. It follows the success of "Demon Slayer: Mugen Train," which remains the highest-grossing film in Japanese box office history with ¥40.75 billion.

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The "Demon Slayer" franchise, created by Koyoharu Gotoge, has evolved from a modest manga debut to a global phenomenon. The anime adaptation gained traction quickly, culminating in the success of "Mugen Train," which became a major box office hit during the pandemic. The franchise's popularity has led to extensive merchandising and marketing efforts, with voice actor Zach Aguilar noting the widespread visibility of "Demon Slayer" in everyday life, from billboards to merchandise.

Tanjiro actor once "picked on" for liking anime says Demon Slayer becoming a worldwide sensation is "truly mind blowing": "It's turned into something phenomenal"

Zach Aguilar, the English dub actor for Tanjiro, expressed his excitement about the film, stating, "This film is me at my best – 120%. I have given everything, every scream, every bit of emotion." He emphasized the significance of this film as it represents the climactic battle of the series. The film's production team has also highlighted the dedication and passion that went into creating the animation, with voice actor Yoshitsugu Matsuoka noting the impressive quality of the visuals.

Tanjiro's English dub actor says Demon Slayer Infinity Castle is the "best thing I've ever done": "I have given everything – every scream, every bit of emotion"

Despite its success, some critics have pointed out that the franchise's rapid commercialization may overshadow its artistic integrity. Concerns have been raised about the potential for over-saturation in the market, as the franchise continues to expand with new films and merchandise.

Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba Infinity Castle First Movie Surpasses 30 Billion Yen in 46 Days

"Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba - The Movie: Infinity Castle" is set for international release, with screenings in the United States and the United Kingdom beginning on September 12, 2025. The film is part of a trilogy that aims to conclude the epic story of Tanjiro Kamado and his battles against demons, particularly the series antagonist, Muzan Kibutsuji.

Everything You Need To Remember About Demon Slayer Before Infinity Castle

• “This film is me at my best – 120%. I have given everything, every scream, every bit of emotion, I truly poured it into this,” — Zach Aguilar, English Dub Actor for Tanjiro

Tanjiro's English dub actor says Demon Slayer Infinity Castle is the "best thing I've ever done": "I have given everything – every scream, every bit of emotion"

• “To see the quality of the animation get better with each series, our passion as voice actors has also grown.” — Yoshitsugu Matsuoka, Voice Actor for Inosuke Hashibira

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