SUGA CLAIMS HIGHEST GROSSING U.S. & WORLDWIDE CONCERT FILM OF 2024

Trafalgar Releasing and HYBE are thrilled to announce the record-setting success of the cinematic cut of SUGA│Agust D TOUR ‘D-DAY’ THE MOVIE.

Inclusive of the screenings on April 10 through April 14, the electrifying concert film has grossed a total of $10.16 million worldwide from limited showtimes. This gross gives Agust D, aka SUGA of 21st century pop icons BTS, the highest grossing U.S. and worldwide concert film of 2024 as well as the highest grossing cinema event ever from a K-pop solo artist.

Marc Allenby, CEO of Trafalgar Releasing said, “We’re really excited with the phenomenal response to SUGA│Agust D TOUR ‘D-DAY’ THE MOVIE. It’s a true testament to SUGA’s artistry and not only speaks volumes about his power to motivate fans, but also signifies the strong appetite for event cinema experiences worldwide.”

Last week, Trafalgar Releasing also announced a partnership with CJ 4DPlex to deliver a series of four immersive, multi-sensory K-pop concert experiences in cinemas worldwide this year.

TIL ALL ARE ONE: TRANSFORMERS 40^th ANNIVERSARY EVENT

TIL ALL ARE ONE: TRANSFORMERS 40^th ANNIVERSARY EVENT celebrates a legacy that began in 1984 and hasn’t stopped exciting fans for 40 years. This special cinema experience will take you back to the very beginning as the original voice actors team up for the first time in decades to revisit their characters and recreate the enduring magic of The Transformers. An exclusive behind-the-scenes table read appears on a split screen with the pilot episode, More Than Meets the Eye, Part 1, followed by the next three episodes in the first series. Experience the original Saturday morning cartoon for the first time on the big screen and relive its evolution over the years with a sneak peek of the new season of Transformers EarthSpark. Don’t miss this once in a lifetime opportunity to celebrate 40 years of Transformers action, humor and legacy with fans of all ages at an anniversary event that is truly… More Than Meets the Eye!

HELP I SEXTED MY BOSS

Help I Sexted My Boss is hitting the big screen! William Hanson and Jordan North present their hit comedy podcast, broadcast live into cinemas from the London Palladium. William’s a posh etiquette expert and Jordan’s an expert in all things common, and in this brand new show their worlds collide as they help listeners navigate the challenges of modern life.

Sexted has entertained listeners around the world, amassing more than 50 million listens over six years of episodes. The podcast has also been watched millions of times online, with William and Jordan regular faces on Instagram and TikTok feeds.

Join the boys for an evening full of laugh-out-loud stories and smile-raising moments. Expect the unexpected, as audiences everywhere get involved with the on-stage action and share their outrageous problems and dilemmas! In cinemas 14 May only.

ROYAL OPERA HOUSE: SWAN LAKE

Out hunting, Prince Siegfried chances upon a flock of swans. One among them transforms into the beautiful human Odette and he is immediately enamoured. But Odette is bound by a spell which keeps her captive as a swan during the day. Can Siegfried free her?

Tchaikovsky’s sensational score combines with the evocative imagination of choreographer Liam Scarlett and designer John Macfarlane to heighten the dramatic pathos of Marius Petipa and Lev Ivanov’s quintessential ballet classic. Opening in Spring and returning in Summer, Swan Lake remains to this day one of the best-loved works in the classical ballet canon. Date: Live: Wednesday 24 April | Encore: Sunday 28 April

aespa: WORLD TOUR

Global hitmaker aespa’s first concert movie bursts onto the screen in cinemas worldwide! From February to September 2023 the group’s first world tour, aespa LIVE TOUR 2023 SYNK : HYPER LINE, visited 21 venues across four continents. Now, step into the final chapter of their global tour journey with aespa: WORLD TOUR in cinemas.

Witness the unparalleled energy of aespa’s live performance captured from their electrifying show at London’s O2 Arena, their first-ever UK show. With their futuristic stage visuals, high-energy choreography and captivating vocals, they fiercely commanded the stage. The film also highlights individual performances by each member, complemented by exclusive behind-the-scenes interviews, offering a glimpse behind the curtain. In cinemas April 24 & 27.

MOVIE MARKETING & DISTRIBUTION PODCAST

Our SVP of Programming and Content Acquisitions, Kymberli Frueh, recently appeared on the Movie Marketing & Distribution Podcast to discuss the evolution of event cinema. 

From its concert roots to a vibrant mix of opera, anime, and global sensations like Taylor Swift, Beyoncé, Metallica, and BTS, Kymberli shares insights on the art of curating content that resonates with dedicated fanbases, the strategic timing of cinema events, and the pioneering efforts that shaped the cinematic experience we know today.