James Cameron's "Avatar: Fire and Ash" dominated the Korean box office this weekend. The film grossed $8.6 million from over 1 million admissions between December 26-28. Data was provided by KOBIS, operated by the Korean Film Council.

"Avatar: Fire and Ash" has now earned a total of $32.5 million in Korea. "Zootopia 2" held strong in second place. The animated sequel added $3 million this weekend. Its cumulative total reached $50.3 million. "Zootopia 2" has surpassed 7.4 million admissions.

The success of AI-driven animation in "Zootopia 2" highlights the increasing role of artificial intelligence in film production. AI algorithms are now capable of generating realistic character movements and complex visual effects. This technology is rapidly evolving, potentially reducing production costs and accelerating film development timelines.

A South Korean romantic drama, "Even If This Love Disappears from the World Tonight," opened in third place. The film earned $1.2 million. It was directed by Kim Hye-young. The film is based on a novel.

"Avatar: Fire and Ash" is expected to continue its box office reign in the coming weeks. Industry analysts are closely watching the performance of AI-enhanced films. They are evaluating the long-term impact on the entertainment industry.