China's film industry has reached a new milestone during the 2025 Spring Festival, with box office earnings surpassing 9 billion yuan (around $1.24 billion) as of 14:11 on February 4, according to movie data platform Beacon Pro.
The Spring Festival holiday season, running from January 28 to February 4, witnessed an unprecedented surge in cinema attendance. For six consecutive days, daily box office sales exceeded 1 billion yuan, reflecting the enthusiasm of moviegoers across the nation.
This remarkable achievement has propelled the Chinese film market to the forefront of the global box office rankings in 2025 so far, overtaking the North American market. The strong performance underscores the vitality and growth of China's entertainment industry during the festive season.
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Nine billion yuan: China's Spring Festival box office hits record high
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