🎉 Chinese moviegoers are ringing in the Year of the Snake in style! On the first day of the Lunar New Year, the Chinese mainland's box office soared, breaking records and bringing in over $276 million (that’s more than 2 billion yuan!). 🎬
As families gathered and red envelopes were exchanged, many chose to celebrate by heading to the cinemas. And who can blame them with such an exciting lineup? Six new films hit the big screen during the Spring Festival holiday:
- The Legend of the Condor Heroes: The Great Hero
- Ne Zha 2
- Detective Chinatown 1900
- Creation of the Gods II: Demon Force
- Operation Hadal
- Boonie Bears: Future Reborn
The first four movies each surpassed 200 million yuan in pre-sale tickets alone, making this the most successful pre-sale period ever! 🤑
From epic tales and mythological adventures to action-packed mysteries and animated fun, there's something for everyone this holiday season. Compared to last year's lineup, which was packed with comedies and dramas, this year's diverse genres are giving movie buffs all the feels. 😍
Whether you're into martial arts legends, eager to dive into futuristic sci-fi worlds, or just looking for a laugh with family and friends, China's cinemas have got you covered. It's clear that the love for movies is stronger than ever, and the Spring Festival tradition of catching the latest flick is here to stay! 🍿🎥
So if you're in the Chinese mainland this holiday, why not join the crowd and check out one of these blockbuster hits? Happy Year of the Snake! 🐍✨
Reference(s):
China's Spring Festival holiday box office tops $276 million
cgtn.com
