Exciting Korean Movies Releasing in April 2025: That’s right, the month of 2025, April is arriving and so is the new Korean cinema which is going to be really exciting, suspense, thrilling, and many other and varied heart-throbbing films coming ahead. From political drama to sci-fi and occult thrillers, these new tales promise to be filled with emotions; there’s something for everyone in this month’s instalment. Whether your taste runs to nail-biting thrillers, poignant dramas or some good action, prepare for an exhilarating ride. Here are five Korean movies to look forward to next month on the big screen.
Exciting Korean Movies Releasing in April 2025
Lobby (로비) – April 2, 2025
Directed by Ha Jung-woo, Lobby will take viewers into the high-stakes world of corporate politics. The movie follows Chang Wook (Ha Jung-woo), a start-up CEO whose life has centred around research. But when he needs to win an enormous 4 trillion won (around $2.8 billion) government contract, he has to take on a whole new battle-hall, lobbyist golf. Starring Kim Eui-sung, Lee Dong-hwi, Park Byung-eun, Choi Si-won and Park Hae-soo in an ensemble cast, the film promises to mix biting satire with compelling drama.
Paran (파란) – April 9, 2025
What happens when the son of a criminal and the daughter of a victim cross paths? Paran, helmed by Kang Dong-in, is going to delve into the emotional baggage both characters seem to be burdened with as they try to find meaning in living. Lee Soo-hyuk plays Tae Hwa, a talented clay target shooter who grapples with the fact that his lung transplant was harvested from his father, a convicted felon. Meanwhile, Ha Yoon-kyung plays Mi Ji, a woman whose reckless behaviour emanates from the deep, painful scars of her past. Their unlikely bond sets off a path of self-discovery and healing.
Galatea (귀신들) – April 9, 2025
Galatea is a futuristic anthology film directed by Hwang Song-jae, and Science fiction fans have a lot to look forward to. Set in a future where humans and artificial intelligence co-exist, the film is a feature version of the award-winning short The Interviewees. The film consists of five interconnected narratives, exploring a range of AI integration into the human experience. From an AI impersonating a dead child to a virtual assistant struggling to pay off a perpetual mortgage, these inventive tales serve to explore the moral and emotional quandaries of an AI-enabled future. Starring SF9’s Chani, Lee Yo-won, Jung Kyung-ho and Lee Joo-shil, this movie seems set to touch on elements of suspense, mystery, and social commentary.
Yadang: The Snitch (야당) – 23 April 2025
Crime thrillers always bring an adrenaline rush, and Yadang: The Snitch promises to be no exception. Under the direction of Hwang Byung-kook, the film plunges into the dark side of South Korea’s drug trafficking. Lee Kang-soo, a broker known as “Yadang” who leaks information about drug criminals to the police, is played by Kang Ha-neul. But when ambitious prosecutor Gu Kwan-hee (played by Yoo Hae-jin) and relentless detective Oh Sang-jae (played by Park Hae-joon) come onto the scene, the three become embroiled in a deadly game of power. Expecting some intense performances and plot twists, this could be a game changer for crime drama lovers.
Holy Night: Demon Hunters (거룩한 밤: 데몬 헌터스) — April 30, 2025
Holy Night: Demon Hunters, an occult action thriller from director Im Dae-hee, closes out the month. The plot follows the “Holy Night” team — a team of elite fighters who hunt demons to protect the city from these dangerous creatures. Ma Dong-seok stars as the lead character Bau, a fighter celebrated for his raw, physical power. Girls’ Generation’s Seohyun stars as Sharon, an exorcist with the ability to identify demons, and Lee David plays Kim Gun, a central member of the team.
When a psychiatrist named Jung Won (Kyung Soo-jin) enlists their help in saving her possessed sister, the team has to embark on a gruelling mission to thwart a strong evil. Get ready for harrowing thrills and shivering supernatural elements in this dark thriller.
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