Ne Zha 2 has made history as the highest-grossing animated film, surpassing previous records held by Inside Out 2 and Spider-Man: No Way Home. Collecting over $1.92 billion at the box office primarily from China, the film's success highlights the shifting landscape of popular media, where local productions can outperform established global franchises. Released in January 2023, Ne Zha 2 achieved this incredible feat in less than a month and is predicted to reach over $2 billion. This success underscores the importance of acknowledging diverse cinema beyond dominant Western narratives.
Ne Zha 2's unprecedented box office success challenges global perceptions of popular media, showcasing the dominance of local films in market territories beyond the usual blockbusters.
The film outperformed Inside Out 2, which only held the title of highest grossing animated film for a brief period, highlighting shifting trends in global animation markets.
With a remarkable $1.92 billion box office, Ne Zha 2 currently stands as the seventh highest grossing film globally, showing Chinese film's growing influence.
As Ne Zha 2 continues to perform exceptionally well, it illustrates the potential of foreign animated films to thrive against traditional global franchises like Marvel.
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