On February 11, Sina reported that the animated film Na Tra: The Chaos Demon officially surpassed 900 million yuan (over 31,000 thousand dong), firmly securing its place as the highest-grossing animated film in Chinese history. The film is projected to reach 1 billion yuan in revenue and is estimated to gross a total of 1.42 billion yuan by the end of its theatrical run, according to data from Maoyan.
Not only has it caused a sensation in China, but Na Tra: The Chaos Demon has also gained significant popularity internationally. The film has begun screening in the US, Canada, the Philippines, Hong Kong, and other regions, and is currently in a heated box office battle. Overseas Chinese viewers, along with local audiences who appreciate Chinese culture, are eagerly anticipating the film’s international release, which has led to unprecedented box office success. Currently, in the domestic market alone, Na Tra 2 has reached the top spot in terms of viewer numbers with over 140 million viewers, and it is expected that this number will continue to grow as it “exports” to foreign markets.
Moreover, with a revenue of 900 million yuan (over 1.2 million USD), Na Tra: The Chaos Demon has become the highest-grossing animated film in a single region. The film currently ranks 28th among the highest-grossing films globally and is in the top 5 for animated films alone.
According to Sina, Na Tra: The Chaos Demon has sparked an upward trend in box office revenue, an unusual phenomenon in the history of the Chinese film industry. On its first day, the film grossed over 400 million yuan, and despite preconceived notions about traditional storytelling, its daily revenue has not only remained high but has continued to increase for more than a week. Furthermore, after the Lunar New Year holiday, the film’s daily revenue still exceeded 400 million yuan, a remarkable achievement.
Many Chinese viewers are not only going to see the film themselves but are also buying tickets in bulk for friends and family to boost the revenue of Na Tra 2, aiming to reach 1 billion yuan as quickly as possible.
According to QQ, Na Tra: The Chaos Demon is the second part of Na Tra: The Chaos Demon’s Revenge. The first part also broke records for animated films, and after five years, the sequel is expected to surpass its predecessor.
The second part is praised for its stunning visual content, compelling storytelling, and emotional depth. Chinese audiences are eager to watch the film due to its unique artistic style compared to others. The film’s consistent upward trend in box office revenue has only increased its popularity, resulting in viewers flocking together to experience the film multiple times.
Moreover, purchasing movie tickets during the remaining days of the Lunar New Year holiday is quite difficult, with many screenings selling out days in advance. Some viewers are willing to buy tickets in advance just to see the film. Others are purchasing tickets for 2-3 different films simultaneously, but they ultimately choose to watch Na Tra 2 once they arrive at the theater. This is an unprecedented scenario.
Since Na Tra 2 created a buzz in China, audiences in Vietnam have eagerly awaited the film’s release in their country. Many believe that despite streaming options available online, films like Na Tra 2 are still best experienced in theaters, and viewers are eager to enjoy this blockbuster on the big screen.
Na Tra: The Chaos Demon has been highly praised for combining both Eastern and Western thematic elements. The characters and storyline derived from the novel Feng Shen Bang are familiar to audiences, yet they are depicted with fresh, multidimensional personalities that captivate viewers.
