The Chinese animated blockbuster Ne Zha 2 has achieved a historic milestone, grossing 10 billion yuan (approximately $1.37 billion USD) as of 19:10 p.m. Beijing Time on February 13. This impressive feat makes it the first Asian film to enter the global box office top 17.
The movie premiered in Australia and New Zealand with advance screenings running from February 10 to 12, officially hitting cinemas in these countries on February 13. Enthusiastic Chinese moviegoers in Sydney reported an increase in the number of daily screenings, with some theaters offering up to nine showings a day.
\"'Ne Zha 2' is absolutely incredible! You won't want to miss a single minute!\" exclaimed Xiaohui, a moviegoer in Sydney, sharing her excitement with Chinese media Jimu News on February 11. She highlighted that the film’s screening schedule was extended from the original three days to ten days to accommodate high demand.
Shining a spotlight on the film’s spectacular visuals, Xiaohui praised its two-hour running time, noting that every moment is filled with action-packed sequences and phenomenal special effects. She mentioned that almost no one left the theater during the screening, a testament to the movie’s captivating appeal.
Beyond Australia and New Zealand, Ne Zha 2 expanded its release on February 13 to countries including Fiji, Papua New Guinea, Singapore, Malaysia, Egypt, South Africa, Pakistan, Japan, and South Korea, further cementing its status as a global hit.
