Move over, Hollywood—Ne Zha 2 is rewriting the rules! The Chinese animated blockbuster stormed North American theaters this week, earning a jaw-dropping $3.1 million on its opening day and clinching 4th place on the box office charts. Officially released on February 14, the film shattered two-decade records for pre-sales and screenings of Chinese-language movies in the region.
But the magic doesn’t stop there: By February 16, Ne Zha 2 had raked in 11.75 billion yuan ($1.62 billion) globally, securing its spot as the world’s second-highest-grossing animated film ever—second only to Disney/Pixar’s Inside Out 2. Even Oscar judges are reportedly among its captivated audiences, sparking buzz about awards season potential.
This fiery underdog story—a modern twist on ancient Chinese mythology—proves once again that great storytelling knows no borders. Will it become the first Chinese animated film to snag an Academy nod? Stay tuned!
The Chinese animated blockbuster stormed North American theaters this week, earning a jaw-dropping $3.1 million on its opening day and clinching 4th place on the box office charts. 
Officially released on February 14, the film shattered two-decade records for pre-sales and screenings of Chinese-language movies in the region.
Even Oscar judges are reportedly among its captivated audiences, sparking buzz about awards season potential. 
Will it become the first Chinese animated film to snag an Academy nod? Stay tuned!
Ne Zha 2 Ignites Global Box Office with Record Demand 
