Move over, Hollywood! China's animated blockbuster Ne Zha 2 has stormed the global box office, raking in over 10 billion yuan ($1.37 billion) and becoming the first non-Hollywood film to join the billion-dollar club . Fans worldwide watched livestreams as it smashed records this week – and experts say it's just getting started.
With predictions pointing to a 15 billion yuan finale, Ne Zha 2 could soon rank alongside Titanic and Star Wars in all-time earnings. The secret? A dazzling mix of cutting-edge animation tech and ancient Chinese mythology reborn for the digital age.
'This isn't just a movie – it's a cultural revolution,' says one industry insider. The film's success highlights China's growing animation prowess while proving traditional stories can go viral across borders. From dragon designs that spark merch mania to meme-worthy character arcs, Ne Zha 2 speaks the language of Gen-Z viewers everywhere.
As streaming platforms scramble for rights, one thing's clear: the global box office is no longer a one-player game. Grab your popcorn – this is what happens when 5,000-year-old legends meet 21st-century storytelling .
. Fans worldwide watched livestreams as it smashed records this week – and experts say it's just getting started.
and ancient Chinese mythology reborn for the digital age.
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Box Office Smash: ‘Ne Zha 2’ Outperforms…
