Ne Zha 2 Breaks Records as Global Animation Industry Eyes Chinese Market
The Chinese animated sequel surpasses $2 billion at the box office, reshaping the global animation landscape and inspiring industry expansion.
- Ne Zha 2 has grossed over $2.1 billion globally, becoming the fifth highest-grossing film of all time and the highest-grossing animated movie ever.
- The film's success has fueled increased interest in Chinese animation, with the Hong Kong International Film Festival spotlighting the genre in its industry project market for the first time.
- Hong Kong's Chief Executive John Lee lauded Ne Zha 2 for its themes of perseverance, using it as a metaphor for overcoming challenges in the city’s own development.
- The global animation market sees growth opportunities, with Hong Kong aiming to position itself as a hub for animation collaboration and Indonesia's industry also expanding significantly.
- Ne Zha 2's international rollout continues, with upcoming releases in Indonesia, Europe, and Japan, further solidifying its global reach.