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Media coverage
Title China's animated hit 'Ne Zha II' gets a second U.S. release, this time with Michelle Yeoh Degree of recognition International Media name/outlet NBC NEWS Media type Web Country/Territory United States Date 24/08/25 Description The success of “Ne Zha II” is driven by both the maturation of China’s animation industry and authorities’ “full support” for strengthening the country’s soft power and cultural exports, said Zeng Hong, assistant professor at Hong Kong Baptist University’s Academy of Film.
Although the English-dubbed version may do better in the U.S. than the earlier Chinese-only release with English subtitles, which earned about $20 million, Zeng said that if “Ne Zha II” succeeds with international viewers it is likely to stem more from its domestic acclaim and novelty than from genuine interest in Chinese mythology.
Zeng said while she expects some reviews in the U.S. will criticize the film as Chinese propaganda, other viewers may just watch it out of curiosity.Persons Hong ZENG