China's Box Office: A Weekend of Thrills and Comedies
The weekend of October 31st to November 2nd saw a diverse range of films dominate the Chinese box office, according to Artisan Gateway. Here's a breakdown of the top performers:
Her Turn: This Chinese thriller, directed by Cheng Yanan and starring Li Gengxi, Deng Jiajia, Liu Yitie, Huang Xiaoming, and Yue Jiayi, captivated audiences with its gripping story of a partially paralyzed woman uncovering family secrets and a long-planned revenge plot. It grossed an impressive RMB35.5 million ($5 million) in its opening two days.
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Row to Win: This comedy-drama, directed by Ma Lin and featuring Huang Bo, Fan Chengcheng, Yin Tao, and Li Jiaqi, tells the story of a coastal family's struggle and eventual triumph. It has now amassed a cumulative total of $56.8 million.
The Volunteers: Peace at Last: A patriotic epic from China Film Group, this film commemorates the Chinese People's Volunteer Army's role in the Korean War. Starring Wu Jing and Zhang Ziyi, it marks the third chapter in Chen Kaige's trilogy and has grossed $87.3 million to date.
Evil Unbound: This supernatural thriller from Changying Film Group, directed by Zhao Linshan, dramatizes the horrors of Japan's Unit 731 during World War II. It stars Jiang Wu, Wang Zhiwen, and Li Naiwen and has now earned a total of $272.4 million.
Overall, China's weekend box office reached $21 million, a slight improvement from the previous week. This brings the country's cumulative gross for 2025 to $6.29 billion, a 16.1% year-over-year increase. These results showcase the diverse tastes of Chinese moviegoers, from thrilling mysteries to heartwarming comedies.
