The key figures of the film "Odyssey"—director Christopher Nolan, producer Emma Thomas, and actors Matt Damon and Charlize Theron—have wrapped up their visit to South Korea, concluding with a red carpet event alongside fans.
Attending the red carpet event held at Times Square in Yeongdeungpo on the afternoon of the 4th, the four stars actively engaged with fans by signing autographs and taking selfies, returning the enthusiastic support of the crowd.
In particular, Director Christopher Nolan caught attention by wearing a tie printed with the lyrics of "Arirang" in Korean characters, showcasing his extraordinary affection for the country. Nolan then conveyed his special fondness for South Korean fans, saying, "I sincerely thank you for your warm hospitality. I definitely want to come back." Matt Damon and Charlize Theron responded to the passionate cheers from the crowd by shouting, "Thank you for the enthusiastic welcome. I don't think I will ever forget this moment," and "I Love You Korea!", respectively.
During the stage greeting that followed the red carpet, a special event was also held for the South Korean fans. Director Christopher Nolan personally met the fan who has watched his films the most, and they received fan letters and gifts carefully prepared by fans, sharing a meaningful time with the audience who had been eagerly awaiting the release.
The four individuals made the final moments of their first official visit to South Korea even more special by conveying their deep affection for the project and heartfelt gratitude toward the South Korean fans.
"Odyssey" surpassed 500,000 in advance ticket sales on its opening day today (the 5th), raising expectations for its box office success. It is already creating a box office sensation by grossing over 900 million dollars worldwide, including in North America.
(Photo: Yonhap News / Reported by Kim Ji-hye, SBS Entertainment News)
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