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Chinese animated blockbuster "Ne Zha 2" premieres in Indonesia

March 17, 2025


Abstract : Chinese animated blockbuster "Ne Zha 2," the highest-grossing animated film of all time, premiered here on Saturday, with a packed theater of eager moviegoers.

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Audience enter the cinema for the Indonesian premiere of Chinese animated film Ne Zha 2 at CGV Grand Indonesia in Jakarta, Indonesia, March 15, 2025. (Xinhua/Xu Qin)

JAKARTA, March 16 (Xinhua) -- Chinese animated blockbuster "Ne Zha 2," the highest-grossing animated film of all time, premiered here on Saturday, with a packed theater of eager moviegoers.

Throughout the screening, Indonesian moviegoers were fully immersed in the movie, responding with laughter, gasp, and applause. Notably, the audience was moved and hailed spontaneously, showing their excitement and appreciation.

After the screening, many young viewers gathered near the "Ne Zha 2" posters to film videos, eagerly recommending the movie to others.

Oscar Prajnaphalla, head of marketing at Warner Bros. Indonesia, the movie's local distributor, expressed his admiration. "This is the first Chinese movie we have distributed, and I must say, 'Ne Zha 2' left a strong impression. The animation is top-notch, the production quality is outstanding, and the story is deeply engaging. It's a film that truly captivates the audience."

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People pose for photos in front of a poster of Chinese animated film Ne Zha 2 at CGV Grand Indonesia in Jakarta, Indonesia, March 15, 2025. (Xinhua/Xu Qin)

"Seeing today's response, it's clear that viewers were highly impressed by the animation and storytelling. I do not doubt that through word-of-mouth, 'Ne Zha 2' will attract even more moviegoers. We look forward to bringing more exceptional Chinese films to the Indonesian market in the future," he added.

For many Indonesians, "Ne Zha 2" marks their first experience with Chinese animated movies. Local moviegoer Syarah Prasetyo described it as a visually stunning film that kept her engaged throughout.

"The plot twists kept me engaged, and the depiction of parental love resonated deeply with our culture, making it easy to connect with. The humor and emotional moments were well-balanced, making the entire viewing experience incredibly enjoyable. I genuinely look forward to seeing more outstanding Chinese movies at Indonesian cinemas," she said.

"Ne Zha 2" will officially hit screens in Indonesia on March 21.

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