Ne Zha 2 (2025)
Director: Yang Yu Run Time: 144 min. Rating: NR Release Year: 2025
Starring: Chen Hao, Han Mo, Joseph, Lu Qi, Lu Yanting
Country: China
Language: English
About the film:
A rebellious young boy, Ne Zha, is feared by the gods and born to mortal parents with wild, uncontrolled powers. Now he’s faced with an ancient force intent on destroying humanity, he must grow up to become the hero the world needs.
Ne Zha 2 (2025) earned massive success, becoming the highest-grossing animated film globally and achieving the first $1 billion milestone in a single market (China). Several factors contributed to its financial triumph: it was released during the lucrative Chinese New Year period, capitalizing on holiday viewership. The film also tapped into strong nationalistic sentiment and resonated with audiences seeking stories rooted in Chinese culture and mythology. Additionally, the film’s impressive animation, emotional depth, and family-friendly appeal contributed to its widespread popularity.
About the filmmaker:
Yang Yu (Chinese: 杨宇; born 1980), professionally known as Jiaozi (饺子), is a Chinese animation director, screenwriter, and producer. He graduated from Sichuan University with a bachelor’s degree in pharmacy. His work as the director and screenwriter includes the animated feature films Ne Zha and Ne Zha 2.
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