Historic Pre-Sale Performance
As of January 19, 2025, at 23:29, the film “The Legend of the Condor Heroes: The Greatest Hero” has shattered records at the pre-sale box office, amassing over 80 million yuan. This remarkable achievement cements its position as the first-day pre-sale box office champion among domestic films in Chinese cinema history.
Surpassing Previous Records
Previously held records by films such as “Twinkle, Twinkle Star” and “Detective Chinatown 3” have been surpassed by this blockbuster. The swift performance of “The Legend of the Condor Heroes” not only highlights its immense popularity but also marks it as the fastest film to reach 80 million during the Spring Festival period.
Adaptation from a Classic Novel
This highly anticipated movie is an adaptation of chapters 34 to 40 from Jin Yong’s renowned novel, “The Legend of the Condor Heroes.” Directed by the acclaimed Tsui Hark, the film stars popular actors Xiao Zhan and Zhuang Dafei. Fans eagerly await its release in mainland China set for January 29, 2025, coinciding with the first day of Lunar New Year celebrations.
