“Whispering Water” Tops 813k Admissions, “Dora” at Cannes, “The Scarecrow” Debuts April 20
K Wave Media’s horror film “Whispering Water” achieved 813,256 admissions in its first week, reached break-even record time and held the #1 Korean box office spot for eight days. Its investment arm secured a Cannes Directors’ Fortnight invitation for “Dora” and drama “The Scarecrow” premieres April 20 on ENA.
1. Box Office Success for "Whispering Water"
K Wave Media’s subsidiary The Lamp Pictures released "Whispering Water" on April 8, 2026, and the horror film achieved 813,256 admissions in its first week, reached break-even faster than any previous release, and maintained the top position at the Korean box office for eight consecutive days.
2. Cannes Directors’ Fortnight Selection for "Dora"
Solaire Partners, KWM’s investment arm, secured an invitation for "Dora" to the Directors’ Fortnight at the 79th Cannes International Film Festival, building on the company’s festival track record and enhancing its global content profile.
3. Drama Segment Growth with "The Scarecrow"
ANSEILEN, KWM’s drama-focused subsidiary, will premiere the investigative drama "The Scarecrow" on April 20, 2026, at 10:00 p.m. KST on ENA, marking the company’s strategic expansion into serialized television content and strengthening its IP portfolio.