Did China just beat Hollywood?

Chinese mythology rocks!

First it was a monkey who took on the entire heavenly gods, now its the mischievous fire-boy who deified the odds.

A Chinese animated film just did the unthinkable. It crushed every Disney and Pixar blockbuster, becoming the highest-grossing animated movie ever. Hollywood is officially on notice.

Ne Zha 2 has grossed $1.7 billion and is still climbing. It has outperformed The Lion King, Frozen 2, and Super Mario Bros. At this rate, it might even break the elusive $2 billion mark.

Compared to Hollywood’s biggest hits, Ne Zha 2 has done something remarkable. While Inside Out 2 capitalized on nostalgia and emotional depth, Ne Zha 2 is built on cultural legacy and mythological grandeur. Unlike The Lion King, which rehashed a beloved tale, Ne Zha 2 brings something fresh — an ancient legend reimagined for the modern era.

Catered to the new generation, easy to watch and fast-paced.

So why is it so popular now? Chinese mythology is on the rise, and Ne Zha 2 is riding the wave. Black Myth: Wukong, another cultural juggernaut, proved that audiences are hungry for rich…