According to 163 News, the animated film Zootopia 2 is making waves across China. The media continually reports its record-breaking box office numbers, with the Hollywood production even surpassing the domestic blockbuster Nezha 2: The devil returns to the sea on his home turf.
The film premiered in China on November 26 and quickly dominated, accounting for approximately 70% of all screenings and approximately 90% of total box office revenue. Saturday 29 November Zootopia 2 grossed over $115 million, surpassing the previous record for highest daily gross for a Hollywood film in China, held by Avengers: Endgame at $107 million. He also passed Neza 2it is the all-time record in a single day of 112 million dollars.
In the space of just six days, Zootopia 2 surpassed ¥2 billion RMB in revenue, surpassing End of games become the highest-grossing imported film in Chinese box office history. According to statistics site Maoyan, the film is expected to reach 4.2 billion yen, but thanks to strong word of mouth, forecasts suggest it could exceed 5 billion yen. In just six days, it became one of the three highest-grossing animated films in Chinese history, after two Nezha movie.
Over 50 million people watched Zootopia 2 within the first six days of release.
163 notes this Zootopia 2 it is different from previous imported animations. The film has captivated audiences of all ages in China with its unique characters, vivid setting and meaningful plots.
It is not only a fascinating and entertaining depiction of a whimsical animal world, but also a touching coming-of-age journey. Judy the brave rabbit and Nick the clever fox show teamwork and resilience in the face of challenges. Their relationship dynamic is another element that excites fans. These layers of emotion and reflection on life, wrapped in humor and heart, deeply moved audiences.
A young viewer commented: “This film isn’t just entertainment: it made me think about life’s challenges and choices.”
Despite his success, Zootopia 2 posed a challenge for Chinese filmmakers. Before the film’s release, China’s film industry was struggling, with poor ticket sales and a cold market. 163 noted that, except for the Lunar New Year period, no Chinese film in 2025 exceeded 700 million yen. In the meantime, Zootopia 2 easily surpassed ¥1 billion RMB in just three days.
Its success has highlighted that the problem is not in the market but in the films themselves: Chinese audiences are willing to return to theaters when a film that truly interests them is presented.
In contrast, many recent Chinese films have been criticized as boring, overly niche, or far from mainstream preferences.
One film expert observed: “The point is not that the Chinese film industry is dying, the problem is that arrogant directors refuse to humble themselves.”
The analysis criticized local filmmakers for being out of touch with audiences, instead focusing on awards or propaganda content that does not resonate with the majority of viewers. Artistic expression has become abstract, with the media manipulating public perception, while the quality and performance of films continues to decline.
“The love and support of the audience should inspire filmmakers to pursue deeper and more creative works. They must stay in touch with the market, while reflecting humanistic values and social significance to create timeless classics,” 163 concluded.
The fox and rabbit couple by Zootopia 2 have become an obsession among Chinese fans.
Sources: kenh14
