The Preeminence of Inside Out 2 as the Top-Earning Animated Film has Been Surpassed
Title: Ne Zha 2: The Unstoppable Animated Magnus Opus
Let's dive right in! It seems like breakneck speed is the new norm in the world of box office records. The meteoric rise of 'Ne Zha 2' has not only dethroned 'Inside Out 2' as the highest-grossing animated film but also propelled it to the eighth spot in the list of the highest-grossing movies worldwide[1][2][5]. This Chinese blockbuster has left us spellbound, with an astounding global revenue of $1.69 billion[3][5].
Credit goes to Deadline for breaking this groundbreaking news. Interestingly, 'Ne Zha 2' has made history by becoming the first movie produced outside of Hollywood to surpass the billion-dollar threshold[1][5]. How about that for a movie-making milestone?
So, what's this movie about, you might be wondering. Well, AMC Theaters has got you covered. According to their website, the film revolves around the tale of Ne Zha and Ao Bing, who, despite surviving the heavenly lightning, face the prospect of dissipating completely. The divine entity, Taiyi, plans to rebuild their mortal bodies, but the process is fraught with obstacles[5].
Have you watched 'Ne Zha 2' yet? If so, share your thoughts in the comments below! We'd love to know if it lives up to the hype.
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In the future, Io9 might discuss the impact of 'Ne Zha 2' on the animation industry, considering its unprecedented success. The technology used in creating 'Ne Zha 2' could potentially revolutionize animated movie-making, emulating the achievements made by Marvel Studios in live-action films. By 2025, we might see another animated film surpassing 'Ne Zha 2's box office earnings, leading to a new era in animation where billion-dollar grosses become the new norm. Furthermore, if the Lotus Entertainment Group decides to produce an animated Marvel film, it could also aim to break these records and add another feather to the cap of the animation industry.
