On March 1, actor Lee Do Hyun delivered a message of gratitude in his military uniform for the explosive response toward his big-screen debut film, 'Exhuma'.

The star wrote on his Instagram,

"Hello, this is Lee Do Hyun!

I'm sorry that I can only greet you in writing like this, because I am currently carrying out my mandatory military service duties. 

When I saw the news reports about the response from moviegoers, I wanted to do what I could to share my joy with everyone, but then the next thing I know, I open my eyes and it's surpassed 4 million moviegoers...

I don't know how much more the numbers will rise, but for now, I want to sincerely thank everyone for your enthusiastic responses. 

Right now, I am soldier Lim Dong Hyun, but next year, I will greet you again as a more mature version of actor Lee Do Hyun, and deliver my words of gratitude in person.

Once again, thank you so much for enjoying our film, 'Exhuma'!

It's now the last of the chilly season before the flower blooms, so please be careful not to catch cold, and may your days be filled with happiness!"

In the photo accompanying his message, Lee Do Hyun wore a gentle smile as he held up a photo of the 'Exhuma' cast celebrating the film surpassing 3 million moviegoers. However, since the photo was delivered to Lee Do Hyun, 'Exhuma' has successfully surpassed 4 million moviegoers as of March 2 KST. 

Meanwhile, 'Exhuma' tells the story of a modern day shaman hired to confront strange occurrences. It marks Lee Do Hyun's big screen debut film, where he starred alongside Kim Go Eun, Choi Mik Sik, and Yoo Hae Jin. 

Ahead of the film's premiere in theaters, a character poster of Lee Do Hyun went viral, attracting many moviegoers from the younger generation.