Ne Zha 2 (2025) is a Chinese animated fantasy action film directed by Jiaozi, serving as a sequel to Ne Zha (2019). Based on Chinese mythology and Investiture of the Gods, it continues the story of Ne Zha and his friend Ao Bing. After a divine lightning strike destroys them, Ne Zha is reborn with Ao Bing’s spirit inside him. Together, they face new trials and the evil Master Shen.
Released on January 29, 2025, during the Chinese New Year, the film became a global phenomenon, grossing over $2.2 billion on an $80 million budget — breaking records as the highest-grossing animated and non-English film ever. It also became the top film of 2025 and the fifth-highest-grossing film of all time.
The English dub, released by A24 on August 22, 2025, features Michelle Yeoh, Crystal Lee, and Griffin Puatu.
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