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In countries like South Korea and China, the movie has fared poorly. In Korea, The Little Mermaid ranks fourth at the box office, while in China it’s in fifth place, indicating a lukewarm or negative reception. This is a stark contrast to Aladdin's success in these markets, where China, South Korea, and Japan were among its top international revenue sources. The poor showing in these major markets signals a widening gap in interest and engagement, which could severely limit the film's total global gross.