Deadline highlighted that “Mai” has turn into the primary Vietnamese film to rake in $1 million in income inside simply three days of its worldwide launch.
The movie collected $917,000 from 154 North American theaters, and an extra $133,000 from 40 theaters in Europe.
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Director Tran Thanh and his spouse, singer Hari Received, on the U.S. premiere of “Mai” film on March 21, 2024. Photograph by Tran Thanh Movies |
This achievement surpasses the mixed U.S. opening gross sales of two different best-selling hits by Tran Thanh: “Bo Gia” (Dad, I’m Sorry) with $320,500 and “Nha Ba Nu” (The Home of No Man) with $440,700.
In keeping with Field Workplace Vietnam, “Mai” has grossed VND550 billion ($22.17 million) in home income, making it the highest-grossing Vietnamese movie thus far.
The present prime 5 world blockbusters of 2024 embody “Dune 2” ($577.4 million), “Kungfu Panda 4” ($275.7 million), “Bob Marley” ($173.5 million), “The Beekeeper” ($152.7 million), and “Imply Women” ($104.4 million).
Final week, Tran Thanh and his spouse, singer Hari Received, appeared on the U.S. premiere occasion of “Mai” alongside a gaggle of shut companions.
The director was overjoyed to witness the film’s heat reception by the couple’s colleagues within the U.S.
He revealed that the movie earned $500,000 solely from pre-ordered tickets, an unprecedented achievement for a Vietnamese film.
Thien A. Pham, consultant of the U.S. distributor of “Mai,” introduced plans to broaden film screenings to extra American theaters. As well as, the film is about to premiere in Taiwan within the close to future.
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Director Tran Thanh with actress Uyen An, actress Phuong Anh Dao and actor Tuan Tran (from the left). Photograph by Tran Thanh Movies |
“Mai” facilities across the lifetime of the eponymous feminine lead performed by Phuong Anh Dao, an almost 40-year-old masseuse who has an opportunity encounter with Duong (Tuan Tran), who pursues her romantically. Because the plot unfolds, Mai’s advanced household points and darkish previous resurface, forcing her to face her inside demons.
Regardless of a number of minor plot holes, the movie has deeply resonated with audiences because of the difficult lifetime of the feminine protagonist, which was depicted brilliantly because of the compelling pairing of Dao and Tran.
Among the many supporting characters, probably the most notable is Dao, portrayed by actress Hong Dao, who encourages Mai to embrace the decision of affection and reside her life to the fullest. Director Tran Thanh performs the position of Mai’s father, convincingly portraying the character’s merciless, harsh character.