Lunar New Year Box Office Overview
The Lunar New Year is an important cultural celebration in China, during which millions flock to cinemas to enjoy films with friends and family. This year, the box office for the first few days has revealed that the animated film Nezha 2 (哪吒2魔童闹海) has clinched the top spot. The fervor surrounding this holiday makes it a highly competitive period for film releases, and 2025 is no exception.
Record-Breaking Sales
On January 29, New Year’s Day, box office earnings reached a staggering RMB 1.79 million, with a total of 34.9 million moviegoers attending theaters. Such figures signal a booming interest in cinematic offerings during this festive season. This year, the lineup featured a mix of animated hits and live-action adventures, with Nezha 2 leading the pack.
Top Films of the Festival
The competition within the box office has seen several films vying for the spotlight. As of the latest reports, here are the top six films: 1) Nezha 2 (哪吒2魔童闹海) – RMB 91.3 million; 2) Detective Chinatown 1900 (唐探1900) – RMB 80.4 million; 3) Creation of the Gods II: Demon Force (封神第二部：战火西岐) – RMB 57.3 million; 4) Legends of the Condor Heroes: The Gallants (射鵰英雄傳：俠之大者) – RMB 44.9 million; 5) Boonie Bears (熊出没·重启未来) – RMB 22.1 million; and 6) Operation Leviathan (蛟龍行動) – RMB 12.1 million. This year’s offerings highlight a noticeable trend: sequels and spinoffs are dominating the box office charts.
