In a remarkable turn of events, the Chinese animated film Ne Zha 2 has accomplished a groundbreaking feat by becoming the first film ever to gross over $1 billion in a single market—China. This milestone reflects not only the increasing prowess of the Chinese film industry but also the growing global appetite for animated features.
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In an impressive display of commercial triumph, the Chinese animated film **Ne Zha 2** has shattered records by grossing over RMB 7 billion (approximately $960.5 million) in its home market. This landmark achievement not only establishes it as the highest-grossing film in a single market, surpassing the previous record held by **Star Wars: Episode VII
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