Chinese cinema began its journey over a century ago, with the first recorded screening in Shanghai in 1896, and the first Chinese film — a Peking opera recording — made in 1905.
Today, Chinese cinema stands as one of the world’s largest and most influential film industries. From gripping historical epics to dazzling animations like the movie “NE ZHA 2“.
Ne Zha 2 is a 2025 Chinese 3D-animated adventure fantasy action film written and directed by Jiaozi. The direct sequel to NE ZHA (2019),it is based on the Chinese mythological character and Xu Zhonglin’s 16th-century novel Investiture Of The Gods.
NEZHA 2 has become the most talked about and highest grossing film of 2025. It has broken many box office records and has become famous not only in China but all over the world.Due to its storytelling, animation and mythology, this film managed to make a place among the all-time highest grossing movies.
So, here are some key facts and information about the movie NEZHA 2(2025).
About movie:
- GENRE: animated, fantasy, action
- DIRECTOR: Yang Yu (professionally known as Jiaozi)
- CAST (VOICE ACTORS)
- CHINESE VERSION:
- Lü Yanting as Young Nezha
- Joseph as Teenage Nezha
- Han Mo as Ao Bing
- Chen Hao as Li Jing
- Lü Qi as Lady Yin
- Zhang Jiaming as Taiyi Zhenren
- Yang Wei as Shen Gongbao
- Wang Deshun as Wuliang Xianweng
- ENGLISH DUB :
- Crystal Lee as Ne Zha
- Griffin Puatu as Teenage Ne Zha
- Aleks Le as Ao Bing
- Vincent Rodriguez III as Li Jing
- Michelle Yeoh as Lady Yin
- Rick Zieff as Taiyi Zhenren
- Richard Epcar as Shen Zhengdao
- CHINESE VERSION:
- PRODUCTION COMPANY:
- Coco Bean Animation
- Enlight Pictures
- RELEASE DAT:
- January 29, 2025 (Chinese New Year)
- India: April 25, 2025 via Warner Bros. Discovery & Encore Films (Mandarin with English subtitles)
- USA: August 22, 2025 via A24 (English dub)
- BUDGET: $80 million
- COLLECTION:
- Worldwide: $2.2 billion
- China: $2.06-2.07 billion
- PROFIT: 2537% (earned over 2500% more than budget)
- IMAX:
- Global: $155 million
- China: $151.6 million
- RATINGS:
- IMDb: 8.3/10
- Rotten Tomatoes: 99% (highest for animated films this decade)
- Metacritic: 69%
- ACHIEVEMENTS:
- Highest-grossing animated film of all time (surpassed Inside Out 2‘s $1.69 billion)
- First animated film to cross $2 billion globally
- Highest-grossing film in a single market (China – beat Star Wars: The Force Awakens)
- 5th highest-grossing film of all time worldwide
- Highest-grossing non-English language film ever
- Highest-grossing Chinese film ever (surpassed The Battle at Lake Changjin)
- Fastest film to reach ¥4 billion and ¥5 billion in China
- 160 million tickets sold in China (most tickets sold for a single film in Chinese history)
- First Asian film to enter global box office top 11
- 6th largest IMAX release in history
- Highest-grossing film of 2025
- Highest Rotten Tomatoes audience score for animated films in the 2020s decade
Brief story:
“Nezha 2” continues the mythological adventures of the rebellious demigod Nezha, following his struggles with immense powers, a destined battle against ancient evil, and his effort to protect humanity. The story revolves around Nezha, born as a misunderstood supernatural entity, who faces catastrophic events that threaten both mortals and gods. After a great catastrophe, Nezha and Ao Bing are saved but face destruction and rebirth through mystical means involving the seven-colored lotus, which restores Nezha’s body and grants him new strength and resolve. As he seeks to expose and fight Wuliang, the villain behind chaos, Nezha’s journey is full of trials that test his courage, identity, and relationships, especially with Ao Bing and his family
Conclusion:
Nezha 2 is definitely worth watching. It is a visually stunning animated film with breathtaking action, rich mythology, and emotionally resonant storytelling. The movie has been praised for its unique blend of thrilling battles and deep themes like friendship, identity, and sacrifice.
It has broken multiple box office records and received overwhelmingly positive reviews, including a high audience score on Rotten Tomatoes and strong critical acclaim. Its universal appeal and cultural significance make it a must-watch for fans of animation and epic adventures.
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