The Last Dance Breaks Box Office Record with £620,000 Debut—A Hit Among UK Hongkongers
Hong Kong’s newest box office phenomenon, The Last Dance (《破．地獄》), has shattered opening-day records, claiming the title of the highest-grossing film debut of the year. Starring the iconic comedians Michael Hui (許冠文) and Dayo Wong (黃子華), alongside actress Stephy Tang (衛詩雅), the film brought in an impressive £620,000 (HK$6 million) by 7:00 PM HKT on its release day, surpassing previous records set by Kowloon Walled City.
Released today, November 9th, The Last Dance played to packed theaters across Hong Kong, with 1,044 showings scheduled on opening day. By 4:00 PM HKT, ticket sales had already reached £540,000 (HK$5.2 million), just edging out Kowloon Walled City’s opening day record of £539,000 (HK$5.19 million) from earlier this year. The momentum continued through the day, hitting £577,000 (HK$5.55 million) by 5:00 PM and crossing the £620,000 (HK$6 million) mark by evening.
Lead actor Dayo Wong shared his excitement about the record-breaking debut, stating, “Breaking records like this feels incredible. I believe the film’s success comes from offering audiences a unique and unforgettable experience. I hope this journey continues to become even more meaningful for everyone who watches it.”
With its blend of Hong Kong-style humor and supernatural thrills, The Last Dance has resonated deeply with audiences, especially Hongkongers in the UK who are thrilled to see familiar faces and local humor on the big screen. This strong connection with the Hong Kong community abroad has added to the film’s appeal, contributing to its status as one of the most eagerly anticipated releases of the year.
Following this impressive start, The Last Dance seems set for continued success and could soon rank among the year’s top-grossing films in Hong Kong.
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