Chinese Animated Epic 'Ne Zha 2' Becomes Highest-Grossing Animated Film Ever

The sequel has earned $1.7 billion globally, surpassing Pixar's 'Inside Out 2,' and continues to break records in its home market of China.

'Ne Zha 2,' a sequel to the 2019 hit, has grossed $1.7 billion, making it the highest-grossing animated film of all time and the first non-Hollywood movie to cross $1 billion in a single market.
The film blends breathtaking visual spectacle with a mix of emotional depth and lowbrow humor, resonating with audiences in China and beyond.
Themes of generational conflict, class struggle, and anti-imperialism are central to the story, offering nuanced social commentary while avoiding tokenistic inclusivity.
Its success has fueled national pride in China and drawn comparisons to Hollywood's declining dominance in global animation markets.
With an extended theatrical run in China and upcoming releases in other regions, 'Ne Zha 2' is projected to potentially reach $2 billion, setting further records.