The Chinese animated blockbuster \"Ne Zha 2\" has reached a remarkable milestone: its total box office revenue – including special screenings, pre-sales, and overseas earnings – has surpassed 13 billion yuan, approximately $1.8 billion, according to Maoyan Professional, China’s leading movie-ticketing platform. This achievement makes it the highest-grossing animated film globally, placing it among the top eight highest-grossing films of all time.
The success of \"Ne Zha 2\" has garnered significant international attention. The film has been released in multiple overseas markets, including North America, Australia, and New Zealand, with its overseas box office exceeding $104 million. Maoyan reports that North America has become the highest-grossing overseas region for the film, with a cumulative box office nearing $11.25 million as of 11 a.m. Beijing Time on February 22.
Since its international debut, \"Ne Zha 2\" has received widespread acclaim from both global audiences and industry professionals for its captivating storyline and stunning visuals. Viewers have particularly praised its animation effects and production quality, with some American audiences noting that the film offers a valuable opportunity to explore Chinese culture.
According to CMC Pictures, the film's overseas distributor, \"Ne Zha 2\" is currently being screened in over 700 theaters across North America. However, audiences in France are eagerly awaiting its release, as the film is currently only available in Greece within the European market.
On social media, many international students from countries like France and the UK have shared plans to travel to Greece to watch the film, highlighting the growing global enthusiasm for \"Ne Zha 2.\"
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