🎉 As the Year of the Snake slithers in, Chinese moviegoers are setting new records! On the very first day of the Spring Festival, cinemas across the Chinese mainland were buzzing with excitement, raking in over $276 million by 4:23 p.m. 🤑
Six blockbuster films hit the screens during the holiday, and they're an epic mix! From the martial arts adventure \"The Legend of the Condor Heroes: The Great Hero\" 🏹 to the mythical journey of \"Ne Zha 2\" 🐉, there's something for everyone.
Other heavy hitters include the thrilling \"Detective Chinatown 1900\" 🕵️♂️, the epic saga \"Creation of the Gods II: Demon Force\" ⚔️, the deep-sea adventure \"Operation Hadal\" 🌊, and the family-favorite animation \"Boonie Bears: Future Reborn\" 🐻.
These films didn't just break records—they smashed them! The pre-sale tickets alone exceeded 200 million yuan for the top four movies, making it the most successful pre-sale period ever. 😲💥
What's the secret sauce? A diverse lineup that's got everyone hyped! Unlike last year's focus on comedies and dramas, this year's selection is a cinematic buffet of mythology, epic tales, war stories, action-packed adventures, martial arts, animation, comedy, and sci-fi. 🌌🍿
Movie lovers are over the moon 🌙, and it's clear that China's film industry is kicking off the Year of the Snake with a bang! Whether you're into legendary heroes, detective mysteries, or futuristic bears (yes, really!), the Spring Festival has you covered. So grab your popcorn, and let's get this movie marathon started! 🎬🥤
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China's Spring Festival holiday box office tops $276 million
cgtn.com
