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S. Korea to distribute 2.25 million movie discount coupons to boost film industry
S. Korea to distribute 2.25 million movie discount coupons to boost film industry SEOUL, May 8 (AJP) - In an effort to boost the local film industry, South Korea will begin distributing 2.25 million movie discount coupons next week, the Ministry of Culture, Sports and Tourism and the Korean Film Council said Friday. The coupons will allow moviegoers to watch films for about 8,000 won to 9,000 won, a significant discount from the regular 14,000 won to 15,000 won ticket price. The coupon program is part of a 461.4 billion won ($314 million) supplementary budget May 8, 2026