The animated blockbuster Ne Zha 2 has made headlines by becoming the first film to gross over $1 billion in a single market, specifically in China, where it has earned approximately RMB 8 billion ($1.1 billion) as of this past Sunday. This phenomenal performance positions Ne Zha 2 as the seventh highest-grossing animated film worldwide. With projections now estimating a potential total of RMB 12 billion ($1.65 billion), the film could become the second highest-grossing animated title globally and the 11th overall.
The announcement follows Trump’s recent sanctions on various countries, including China, and coincides with moving discussions regarding global film distribution. As Ne Zha 2 begins its rollout in markets outside China, interest is high.
In other news, Disney’s Mufasa: The Lion King continues its success internationally, adding $8.5 million this weekend, bringing its total to $671.1 million globally. With strong performances in key markets like France, the UK, and Germany, it appears poised to surpass the $700 million mark soon.
Additionally, Studiocanal’s Paddington in Peru has crossed the $100 million threshold overseas, with a total of $104 million to date. The film is set to debut in North America this upcoming Friday.
In the realm of new releases, Universal/DreamWorks Animation’s Dog Man expanded to 41 markets, earning $6.6 million for an international total of $11.9 million.
The weekend also saw strong performances from existing films, with notable figures from various titles adding to the overall box office landscape.
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