BTS’s Jungkook is showing his massive global popularity with his first solo documentary Jung Kook: I Am Still. According to Box Office Mojo on September 22, Jung Kook: I Am Still made over $1.42 million in just three days, landing it in 9th place at the North American box office. This was from limited screenings in 769 theaters starting on September 18.
This marks Jungkook’s first time making it into the top 10 of the North American box office as a solo artist.
The documentary also debuted at No. 2 on the U.S. box office chart on its first day, showing just how much excitement there is around it.
Released in 114 countries, Jung Kook: I Am Still has already grossed over $8.61 million worldwide as of September 23. Thanks to this success, the film will continue to be shown in many regions through the next weekend.
In Korea, the documentary entered the box office at No. 5 on its first day and set a new record for the highest opening-day revenue for a K-pop idol-led performance or documentary film. Within just five days, it attracted over 22,000 viewers.
In Italy, Jung Kook: I Am Still ranked 4th at the box office on its opening day, pulling in over 66,000 viewers.
The documentary follows Jungkook’s journey over eight months as he worked on his solo single "Seven" and his first solo album GOLDEN, released in November last year. Fans get a behind-the-scenes look at his hard work, from rehearsals to interviews, performances, and moments in cities like New York, London, and Seoul.
Some of the iconic moments captured include Jungkook’s surprise performance in Times Square, his appearance on Elvis Duran and the Morning Show, and fan events held around the world. Fans can also watch him in the studio recording his album’s title track, "Standing Next to You," for the first time.
The film shows Jungkook’s dedication and passion, as he continues to grow as an artist, even after 12 years in the industry. His commitment to delivering great music and performances shines throughout the documentary, making it a must-watch for fans of the global superstar.
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