Salmokji: Whispering Water — The Korean horror film ruling the box office and the chilling real story behind it
According to reports, the film has remained at No. 1 for eight consecutive days since its release and is approaching 1 million views. The film, which was released on April 8, was at the top in its opening weekend and maintained this momentum in its second week. It continues to attract more than 60,000 viewers daily, even on weekdays. At this rate, it is expected to surpass the 1 million milestone as early as April 16.
Directed by Lee Sang-min, the film stars Kim Hye-yoon, Lee Jong-won, Kim Jun-han, Yoon Jae-chan and Jang Da-a. The story follows a media crew who notice a strange figure in a road view image. When they return to a reservoir to reshoot the footage, they encounter a mysterious entity lurking beneath the dark, seemingly bottomless water.
As their investigation deepens, the crew uncovers connections between the reservoir and an unsolved case from the past. Tensions escalate when a missing senior colleague suddenly reappears, triggering a series of eerie and unexplained events.
To add to the intrigue, the film is linked to a real-life reservoir in Yesan that has a disturbing reputation. Built in 1982 for irrigation purposes, it went largely unnoticed until MBC featured it. Midnight Horror Story Rumors of paranormal activity have flared in 2022.
According to the Korean Herald, following the success of the movie, there was an influx of visitors to the venue.
FAQ: Salmokji: Whispering Water
1. What is Salmokji: Whispering Water?
The film follows a media crew returning to the reservoir after noticing a strange figure in earlier footage. What begins as a reshoot quickly turns into a disturbing investigation tied to an unsolved case from the past.
2. Salmokji: Is Whispering Water based on a true story?
Not exactly. The plot is fictional but inspired by real-life rumors about a reservoir in Yesan that has long been associated with spooky stories.
3. Who are the main players?
The movie stars Kim Hye-yoon, Lee Jong-won, Kim Jun-han, Yoon Jae-chan and Jang Da-a.
4. Who directed the movie?
Salmokji: Whispering Water is directed by Lee Sang-min.
5. Where was the movie shot?
Much of the film takes place around an actual reservoir in Yesan, South Korea, which has become a fan attraction.
