Man Arrested for Filming Demon Slayer: Infinity Castle in Theater

Arrest of Shim Junwoo for Unauthorized Demon Slayer Recording and Credit Card Theft

Japanese authorities continue their efforts to combat anime piracy. Recently, they apprehended 26-year-old Shim Junwoo, who stands accused of recording Demon Slayer: Infinity Castle in a Japanese cinema. Following the movie’s release in Japan on July 18, unauthorized versions of Demon Slayer: Infinity Castle, filmed with hidden cameras in theaters, began appearing online. In response, Toho issued a warning, stating that such actions violate Japanese law and vowing to take strict action against lawbreakers. On July 30, authorities apprehended Shim Junwoo. He denies filming the movie; authorities arrested him for credit card theft, which he used to purchase over 200 Blu-ray discs. However, after police seized his phone, they discovered a full recording of Demon Slayer: Infinity Castle, made on July 18. Demon Slayer: Infinity Castle has earned over 190 million at Japanese box offices and set numerous records in the country’s cinema history. The film is also breaking records in the U.S. and is poised to become a major hit, further strengthening Toho’s resolve to eliminate illegal film distribution.

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For fans of the “Demon Slayer” franchise, there’s some exciting news to dive into. Bruno Pferd’s latest piece delves into how “Demon Slayer: Infinity Castle” is smashing box office records in Japan, earning a staggering $137 million over just three weeks and positioning itself as the 6th highest-grossing film in the country. Published on August 11, 2025, this article not only tracks its impressive domestic success but also discusses its potential to break global earnings records. For all you Demon Slayer enthusiasts out there, don’t miss our latest piece where we dive into the exciting world of “Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba – Infinity Castle.” Marcus Thompson’s insightful post from August 17th explores the recent teaser trailer and highlights the film’s impressive box office performance. Get ready to see a thrilling glimpse of Shinobu’s intense battle with Doma, as the movie gears up for its global release this September. If you’re a fan of anime and blockbuster hits, don’t miss out on the latest from our archives: “Demon Slayer: Mugen Train Breaks More Records in Asia” by Ahmed Hassan (published August 18, 2025). This piece dives into the incredible success of Demon Slayer: Mugen Train, which has not only dominated Japanese cinemas but also made waves across Southeast Asia. With a gross over $190 million and counting, it’s clear that this film is making history in the world of animation. If you’re intrigued by the financial and cultural impact of “Demon Slayer,” check out Bruno’s insightful analysis Demon Slayer: Infinity Castle Outpacing Mugen Train’s Record Pace at Japanese Box Offices and don’t forget to explore the thrilling teaser trailer discussion by Marcus Thompson Demon Slayer: Infinity Castle Gets Brief Teaser as well as Ahmed Hassan’s detailed look at “Demon Slayer: Mugen Train” Demon Slayer: Mugen Train Breaks More Records in Asia.

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