'Soju War' and 'Hi.5' to Hit Theaters Early—Both Set for May 30 Release

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Two highly anticipated Korean films—'Soju War' and 'Hi.5'—have moved up their release dates and are now officially set to premiere on May 30.

🎬 Earlier Than Expected

Distributors announced on May 9 that both films had completed preparations ahead of schedule and would open earlier than their original June 3 release date. The change appears to be influenced by Korea's 21st presidential election, which will create an interim public holiday around that time.

🥃 'Soju War': A Tense Battle Over Korea's Beloved Drink

Set against the backdrop of the 1997 Asian Financial Crisis, Soju War tells the story of a showdown between a local soju company's financial director and a global investment firm representative. The film explores pride, power, and patriotism through the lens of Korea's most iconic alcoholic beverage.

Starring: Yoo Hae-jin & Lee Je-hoon

🦸‍♂️ 'Hi.5': A Superpowered Comedy Action Flick

In Hi.5, five ordinary people receive superpowers through organ transplants. Chaos and comedy ensue as they must band together to fend off those who seek to exploit their abilities.

Starring: Ahn Jae-hong, Ra Mi-ran, Kim Hee-won, Yoo Ah-in, Oh Jung-se

Directed by: Kang Hyeong-cheol (Sunny, Swing Kids)

🎟️ Mark the Date: May 30

Both Soju War and Hi.5 will be released nationwide in theaters on Thursday, May 30. With powerhouse casts and genre-bending plots, they're expected to draw massive attention during the early summer box office.

[Photo Credit: NEW, Showbox]