The Chinese animated blockbuster “Ne Zha 2” is making waves around the world, achieving a remarkable milestone by surpassing 13 billion yuan (approximately $1.8 billion) in total box office revenue. This includes special screenings, pre-sales, and overseas earnings, as reported by Maoyan Professional, China’s leading movie-ticketing platform.
With this staggering figure, “Ne Zha 2” has become the highest-grossing animated film globally, placing it among the top eight highest-grossing films of all time. The film’s success has drawn significant international attention, captivating audiences with its compelling storyline and stunning visuals.
Already released in multiple overseas markets such as North America, Australia, and New Zealand, “Ne Zha 2” has seen its overseas box office exceed $104 million. North America has emerged as the highest-grossing overseas region for the film, raking in nearly $11.25 million as of 11 a.m. Beijing Time on February 22.
Since its overseas debut, the film has garnered widespread acclaim from global audiences and industry professionals alike. Viewers have praised its high-quality animation effects and production, with some audiences noting that the film offers a valuable glimpse into Chinese culture.
According to CMC Pictures, the film’s overseas distributor, “Ne Zha 2” is currently being screened in over 700 theaters across North America. However, fans in France are eagerly awaiting its release, as the film is currently only available in Greece within the European market.
On social media, many international students from countries like France and the UK have shared plans to travel to Greece to watch the film. The global enthusiasm for “Ne Zha 2” highlights the growing appeal of Chinese animation on the world stage.
