Russian Film Cheburashka 2 Sets Box Office Record
Cheburashka 2 pulled in close to $31 million following its New Year's Day debut across Russian theaters, smashing previous domestic benchmarks for opening-week performance.
Deadline reported that James Cameron's blockbuster Avatar: Fire and Ash dominated the global rankings with $169.6 million, while Disney's Zootopia 2 secured second position at $81.7 million for the tracking period.
The film centers on Cheburashka, a diminutive creature distinguished by oversized ears and innocent personality traits, originally conceived by author Eduard Uspensky. His children's tales were transformed into animated productions that achieved massive success throughout the Soviet Union. The character continues to enjoy widespread recognition in Russia, where multiple national athletic organizations have adopted him as their official symbol.
The franchise's inaugural live-action installment launched in Russia during 2023, establishing a box office milestone with $80 million in revenue. That premiere occurred twelve months after prominent Hollywood production companies severed Russian distribution agreements in response to the Ukraine conflict.
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