'Ne Zha 2' to Premiere Across Europe Following Record-Breaking Success
The highest-grossing animated film of all time, 'Ne Zha 2,' will debut in the UK and Ireland on March 21, with previews starting March 14, as part of a broader European release.
- 'Ne Zha 2,' a Chinese animated film, has become the first non-Hollywood production to surpass $1 billion in a single market and has grossed over $2 billion in China since its January 29 release.
- The film ranks as the sixth highest-grossing movie worldwide, surpassing 'Avengers: Infinity War' and trailing only global blockbusters like 'Avatar' and 'Titanic.'
- Trinity CineAsia has acquired theatrical rights for the film across 37 European territories, including the UK, Ireland, Germany, France, and Spain.
- The film, directed by Jiaozi, is a sequel to 2019's 'Ne Zha' and is rooted in 16th-century Chinese mythology, featuring a demon child and dragon prince on a quest to prevent a catastrophic war.
- With over 4,000 animators contributing to its production, 'Ne Zha 2' is celebrated for its technical achievements and themes challenging societal norms and the concept of good versus evil.
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