China's cinemas are buzzing like a TikTok trend! 🍿 The National Day holiday box office, including pre-sales, smashed the 1 billion yuan ($137 million) mark by midday on October 4, according to industry trackers. Talk about a blockbuster season! 🎥
The surge reflects a post-pandemic rebound in entertainment spending, with families and young audiences flocking to theaters. Patriotic films and crowd-pleasing dramas dominated screens, blending cultural pride with popcorn fun. 🎇 One viral hit reportedly had viewers chanting “This is why we stream IRL!”
Analysts say the numbers highlight China's growing influence in global entertainment markets. With Hollywood strikes slowing Western releases, Asian studios are seizing the spotlight – and audiences are here for it. 🌏✨
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National Day holiday box office in China surges to 1 billion yuan
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