Demon Slayer Infinity Castle Smashes Box Office Records

'Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba Infinity Castle' has broken Japanese box office records, becoming the fastest film to surpass 10 billion yen (over $67 million) in just eight days and reaching nearly 13 billion yen within ten days. The film outperformed the previous record-holder, 'Demon Slayer: Mugen Train,' and sold over 9.1 million tickets, underscoring the franchise's massive popularity. International releases are set to begin in Asia in August, with U.S. and U.K. premieres scheduled for September 12, 2025. The film's success has driven a surge in related merchandise, including new Funko Pop figures. The Demon Slayer franchise, based on Koyoharu Gotouge's manga, now rivals global icons like Dragon Ball and One Piece in cultural impact. In parallel, Netflix's 'KPop Demon Hunters' has set new streaming records, reflecting a broader rise in anime and anime-inspired media.