Ne Zha 2 Sets English Release, Breaks Records

A24 and CMC Pictures will release an English-language version of the Chinese animated blockbuster 'Ne Zha 2'—featuring Oscar-winner Michelle Yeoh—across theaters in the U.S., Canada, Australia, and New Zealand beginning August 22. The film, directed by Yang Yu, is presented in IMAX, 3D, and other premium formats and tells the story of a rebellious boy with uncontrollable powers who must become a hero to confront an ancient threat. 'Ne Zha 2' is now the highest-grossing animated film globally and ranks as the fifth highest-grossing film overall, with earnings above $2 billion, mostly from China. The release is seen as a significant step for Chinese animation in international markets and will test the U.S. audience's interest in non-Hollywood animated features. Michelle Yeoh highlighted the film’s cultural and artistic value and its universal story. The partnership utilizes CMC Pictures' global distribution network to increase Chinese cinema’s international reach.