Actor Jeon Mi-do shot straight into the 10-million club with her very first commercial film lead.
Released on the 4th last month, The King's Warden surpassed 10 million admissions by the 6th and soared past 12 million by the 11th. It is the first film in two years, since The Roundup: Punishment opened in April 2024, to achieve the 10-million milestone, cementing itself as the year's biggest box-office sensation.
This project is especially meaningful as Jeon Mi-do's first leading role in a commercial feature. She plays Mae-hwa, a court lady who quietly protects the deposed boy-king Danjong. Her delicate portrayal anchors the film's emotional core and deepens audience immersion.
From the finely tuned concern she shows for the young Danjong to her snappy back-and-forth with Yoo Hae-jin, Jeon moves freely between grief and fury. With restrained emotion and an unshakable presence, she heightens the film's intensity and draws empathy from audiences who worry for Danjong, earning rave reviews.
Having honed her craft across numerous projects, Jeon has now solidified her status as an actor audiences trust to deliver. With her first commercial film lead crossing 12 million admissions, she has firmly positioned herself as a talent to watch on the big screen.
Meanwhile, The King's Warden is set in 1457 at Cheongnyeongpo and tells the story of a village head who willingly accepts exile to revive his village and a young former king driven from the throne and banished. The film struck a deep chord and resonated strongly with moviegoers.