On February 6, the animated film Na Tra: The Devil’s Wrath officially became the highest-grossing film in the history of the Chinese box office, generating 5.8 billion yuan (over 20,000 USD), surpassing the previous record held by The Wandering Earth, which earned 5.77 billion yuan. Remarkably, Na Tra: The Devil’s Wrath achieved this milestone in just 9 days.
Currently, the revenue for Na Tra: The Devil’s Wrath continues to rise rapidly and has become the first film in Chinese cinema history to surpass 6 billion yuan. Moreover, reputable ticket sales platforms like Maoyan and Dang Thap in China predict that the film could reach revenues of up to 9.5 billion yuan (approximately 33,250 USD). Thus, Na Tra: The Devil’s Wrath may become the first film to achieve over 1 billion USD in revenue, provided it maintains its momentum.
According to QQ, Na Tra: The Devil’s Wrath is the sequel to Na Tra: The Demon Boy. The first installment had already set records for the highest-grossing animated film, and now the second part is breaking through as well.
The sequel has been praised for its stunning visuals and compelling storytelling, combining humor and emotional depth. Chinese audiences are eager to watch the film as it offers a refreshing experience compared to other productions. The film has consistently seen increasing ticket sales, and its rising popularity has attracted larger audiences.
During its initial days, Na Tra 2 accounted for 24% of total box office revenues, but this figure surged to nearly 50% during peak screening times. Many viewers even opted to squeeze in Na Tra: The Devil’s Wrath amidst other films being screened simultaneously. This phenomenon is unprecedented.
Moreover, purchasing tickets for the film in the upcoming days is challenging as they are quickly selling out, even days in advance. Some viewers have opted to buy tickets to see the film exclusively. Others are purchasing tickets for two or three films simultaneously, but when it comes to screening time, they prioritize watching Na Tra 2. This situation has never happened before.
Since Na Tra 2 created a buzz in China, Vietnamese audiences have been excitedly awaiting its release in Vietnam. Many believe that despite the online release version, viewers still want to experience the film in theaters, especially for a blockbuster like Na Tra 2.
According to the production team’s details, Na Tra: The Devil’s Wrath utilizes up to 1,900 unique visual effects, with every frame designed to create a stunning visual feast at a significant cost. The production studios employed up to 800 computers to produce 180,000 visually striking frames, not only impressive in design but also grounded in realism. As reported by QQ, the production technology of Na Tra: The Devil’s Wrath has surpassed global standards, with audiences commenting, “This film is a visual marvel,” and “The animation has exceeded what we expect from extraterrestrial productions.”
Na Tra: The Devil’s Wrath has received high praise for its combination of Eastern and Western influences. The characters and storyline, adapted from the novel Feng Shen Bang, are familiar to audiences yet are presented with a fresh, multi-dimensional character approach that enhances their appeal.
