Michelle Yeoh Joins English Cast Of Chinese Animated Film 'Ne-Zha 2'
An English-dubbed version of 'Ne-Zha 2' (哪吒之魔童闹海) is set to release with Michelle Yeoh in the list of English voice actors for the film. The reprise will hit United States, Canada, Australia and New Zealand theatres on 22nd August 2025.
The Academy Award-winning actress will voice Ne-Zha's mother in the film. 'Sharing this with audiences in English is such a joy, and I can't wait for everyone to experience the wonder, heart, spectacular artistry, and magic of this film on the big screen', she details her honour in playing the role to The Rakyat Post.
In a rare collaboration, U.S. company A24 and Chinese media company CMC Pictures will jointly distribute the film for its English audience. With its RM7.55 billion gross worldwide, 'Ne-Zha 2' makes it to the 5th highest-grossing film at the global box office, making it China's highest-grossing film of all time.
With its popularity and box office success, the English reprise of 'Ne-Zha 2' will be a welcome success for all global audiences.
Sources: Forbes, The Rakyat Post
Alyssa Gabrielle contributed to this article
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