China's 2025 Lunar New Year film season is rewriting records with 2 billion yuan ($283 million) in ticket sales already counted – and anthropomorphic animals are leading the charge! 🦊🐰 Zootopia 2 has become the breakout star, earning $278 million in the Chinese mainland alone since its November 26 release.
The Disney sequel now holds three major titles: #1 imported animated film in Chinese history, 33.9% contributor to its global $818 million earnings, and first Hollywood production where China outspent North America as its top market. 🏆
With over 50 films screening until December 31, this year's lineup offers something for every mood: heartwarming dramas 💞, edge-of-seat thrillers 🔍, and futuristic spectacles 🚀. Industry analysts predict total revenues could smash previous records as families flock to theaters during the holiday season.
"This isn't just about Hollywood hits," says Shanghai-based film critic Li Wei. "Local productions like Winter Blossoms and Red Lantern Riddles are also performing strongly, showing our domestic storytelling power."
