Chinese animated blockbuster Ne Zha 2 has rewritten cinema history, overtaking Star Wars: The Force Awakens to become the highest-grossing film in a single market worldwide. The sequel to 2019's cult-favorite fantasy adventure raked in 6.79 billion yuan ($932 million) as of Friday night, per data from Chinese ticketing platform Beacon.
The film's triumph underscores China's booming animation industry and its cultural resonance with younger audiences. Blending mythological storytelling with cutting-edge visuals, the story of the supernaturally gifted protagonist has become a touchstone for discussions about creative innovation and domestic entertainment's global potential.
Industry analysts note the milestone reflects shifting global cinema dynamics, with China's market now driving trends previously dominated by Hollywood franchises. Ne Zha 2 joins a wave of locally produced films capturing over 80% of box office revenue in the Chinese mainland this year.
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