China's animated blockbuster Ne Zha 2: Demon Child Conquers the Sea has made cinematic history, earning 6.792 billion yuan ($934 million) in the Chinese mainland market as of Friday evening. The film surpassed the single-market performance of Star Wars: The Force Awakens (2015), setting a new benchmark for localized storytelling in global cinema.
The achievement highlights the explosive growth of China's film industry, now the world's second-largest box office market. Analysts attribute the success to innovative animation techniques blending traditional Chinese mythology with modern themes – a formula resonating with younger audiences seeking culturally rooted content.
Industry tracker Maoyan reports the film sold over 160 million tickets, outperforming Hollywood tentpoles in their domestic markets. While global cinema recovers from pandemic impacts, this milestone signals shifting commercial power dynamics in entertainment.
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'Ne Zha 2' tops global single-market box office list in film history
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