Home / Arts and Entertainment / Ne Zha 2's Massive Returns Dwarf Zootopia 2
Ne Zha 2's Massive Returns Dwarf Zootopia 2
22 Mar
Summary
- Ne Zha 2 earned 2650% more than its production cost.
- Zootopia 2 returned 1140% more than its budget.
- Ne Zha 2's returns are over 132% higher than Zootopia 2's.
Ne Zha 2 has emerged as the all-time highest-grossing animation, significantly outpacing the Hollywood sequel Zootopia 2 in financial performance. The Chinese animated fantasy film, based on mythology, achieved a staggering 2650% return on its estimated $80 million budget, making it the biggest hit of 2025.
In contrast, Zootopia 2, which is still earning in North American theaters after 115 days, has grossed $427.9 million domestically and $1.86 billion worldwide against a $150 million budget. This translates to a 1140% return on its investment.
Ne Zha 2's budget-to-box-office returns are substantially higher, with its earnings exceeding its production cost by over 132.4% compared to Zootopia 2. The Chinese juggernaut also holds records as the first animated film to surpass $2 billion worldwide and the highest-grossing film in a single territory.
For audiences in India, both Zootopia 2 and Ne Zha 2 are accessible via JioHotstar. These box office figures are estimates and have not been independently verified.
