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CairoScene
22-06-2025
- Entertainment
- CairoScene
Chinese Animated Blockbuster 'Ne Zha 2' to Screen in Saudi Cinemas
After breaking USD 2 billion globally, Chinese animation blockbuster 'Ne Zha 2' is landing in Saudi cinemas starting June 23rd — distributed by CineWaves Films in Chinese, English, and Arabic. Animated blockbuster 'Ne Zha 2' is hitting Saudi cinemas on June 23rd, bringing one of China's biggest box office phenomena to the region. The film smashed records earlier this year, crossing USD 2 billion globally to become the highest-grossing Chinese animation of all time - and the first non-Hollywood film to reach that milestone. Directed by Yu Yang, 'Ne Zha 2' continues the story of the rebellious demon child from Chinese mythology, this time following him on a quest to save a lightning-struck friend by seeking out a powerful elixir. The film is packed with martial arts action, humour, and mythological world-building - just make sure to control the kids when they do pretend-kung fu out of the theatres. The film will be released across the Middle East and North Africa in Mandarin Chinese, English, and Arabic. The Arabic dub was overseen by Saudi animator Malik Nejer, best known for his work on 'Masameer County'. 'This film reflects our commitment to meaningful cultural exchange,' Faisal Baltyuor, chairman of CineWaves Films, tells SceneNowSaudi. 'After bringing Saudi films to China through events like Saudi Film Nights, we're proud to now introduce one of China's most successful films to Arab audiences. 'Ne Zha 2' is a visually rich adventure that we believe will resonate across the region.' The film is being brought to cinemas by CineWaves Films, the Saudi distributor that opened the first Arab cultural office in China and holds the largest library of Saudi films.
Arab News
13-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Arab News
Saudi producer Faisal Baltyuor appointed new CEO of Red Sea Film Foundation
DUBAI: Saudi Arabian film producer Faisal Baltyuor has been appointed CEO of the Red Sea Film Foundation, it was announced on Tuesday. For the latest updates, follow us on Instagram @ The foundation oversees the Jeddah-based Red Sea Film Festival, the Red Sea Fund and Red Sea Labs. Baltyuor will replace acting CEO Mohammed Asseri from June 1. A post shared by Red Sea Film Foundation (@redseafilm) Baltyuor was previously the first head of Ithra Cinema, and founded the Saudi Arabia distributor CineWaves Films, which has the biggest library of Saudi films. He was previously CEO at Muvi Studios, the production arm of the Kingdom's biggest cinema chain. Last year, Baltyuor opened Cinehouse in Riyadh, the first arthouse cinema in the Kingdom. 'We wanted to create a place that feels like home, while showcasing the best of Saudi talent in both cinema and dining,' Baltyuor said in an earlier interview with Arab News. A producer for almost 20 years, Baltyuor executive-produced Saudi Arabia director Haifaa Al-Mansour's groundbreaking 'The Perfect Candidate,' which was launched in Venice in 2019, and comedy 'Sattar,' a local megahit. He is also a producer on the Saudi Netflix Original 'From the Ashes' which ranked among the top-10 most-watched films on the streamer across 40 countries. Baltyuor also co-produced Sudanese director Mohamed Kordofani's 'Goodbye Julia' which won the Prix de la Liberte at Cannes in 2023. The Red Sea Film Foundation's chairwoman Jomana Al-Rashid has praised Baltyuor. 'His visionary leadership and unwavering commitment to unlocking the boundless potential of emerging talent will fuel not only artistic excellence but also the sustainable growth of our industry.' Baltyuor said he was 'committed to building on the success' of the foundation. 'Through our diverse programs, we will continue to support a thriving film industry both locally and internationally, in line with the ambitions of Vision 2030, which places the creative sector at the heart of national development.' The next edition of the Red Sea International Film Festival runs from Dec. 4 to 13 in Jeddah.
