The animated sensation Ne Zha 2 is rewriting the rules of cultural influence, smashing global box office records with 13 billion yuan ($1.8 billion) 🎉. But its biggest impact might be off-screen: Travel agencies report soaring demand for tours to locations featured in the film, turning cinematic magic into real-life adventures.
From Screens to Streets 🚀
Hong Kong and Macao residents say the movie’s vivid landscapes – now showing in 60+ theaters across both regions – have fans flooding travel sites. \"It’s like Avatar’s Pandora, but rooted in our culture,\" one local told reporter Anne Cheng. Agencies are crafting themed itineraries featuring mythical mountains and ancient villages that leap straight from the film’s animation reels.
Why It Matters 🌐
This #CinematicTourism trend reflects how Asia’s creative industries are reshaping travel economies. For young explorers and culture enthusiasts, it’s a chance to walk through living mythology – no green screen required.
