China’s film industry just leveled up! The 2025 box office has smashed global records, raking in over 10 billion yuan (nearly $1.4 billion) so far—making it the world’s top-grossing market this year.
But wait, there’s more! During the Spring Festival holiday, movie magic hit new heights : box office revenues soared to 9 billion yuan by midday Tuesday, shattering previous records for the festive period. According to the China Film Administration, films released since January 29 have kept daily earnings above 1 billion yuan for six straight days.
From action-packed epics to laugh-out-loud comedies, homegrown productions dominated the charts. Mythological tales and crowd-pleasing blockbusters drew record-breaking crowds, proving local stories resonate big-time with audiences. With genres this diverse, it’s no surprise theaters are buzzing like a K-pop concert!
What’s next for the industry? If 2025’s start is any clue, China’s cinema scene is unstoppable. Grab your popcorn—this ride’s just getting started!
Reference(s):
cgtn.com