FFCCCII president Dr. Cecilio K. Pedro (center), (from left) VP Jeffrey Ng, VP Frank Co, Secretary General Dr. Fernando Gan, Board Member Wilson Lee Flores, Director Eddy Cobankiat and Director Patrick Cua
FFCCCII hosts premiere of global blockbuster ‘Ne Zha 2’ to celebrate Philippines-China cultural unity
IN a dazzling celebration of cinema and cross-cultural camaraderie, the Federation of Filipino Chinese Chambers of Commerce and Industry, Inc. (FFCCCII), led by president Dr. Cecilio K. Pedro, hosted an exclusive media premiere of the record-shattering animated epic “Ne Zha 2” at Fisher Mall’s VIP Premiere Theater Saturday at 3p.m.
This global phenomenon, now ranked as the ‘world’s #1 animated box-office hit’ and the 5th highest-grossing film in cinematic history, has ignited screens worldwide with its breathtaking animation, heart-pounding action, and universal themes of courage, family, and resilience.
Marking a highlight of FFCCCII’s 50th or golden anniversary celebrations of Philippines-China Diplomatic Relations this year on June 9, the event underscored the power of storytelling to unite nations. As the film rolls out across Asia, 37 European countries and other regions, critics from The Hollywood Reporter, Variety, and beyond have hailed ‘Ne Zha 2’ as a groundbreaking triumph of Asian creativity—a visual and emotional tour de force rivaling Hollywood’s finest.
Praised for its “stunning world-class animation” (Variety), “mythological mayhem” (South China Morning Post), and “technical brilliance on par with Disney and Studio Ghibli” (Hollywood Reporter), ‘Ne Zha 2’ blends jaw-dropping martial arts spectacles, whimsical humor, and profound moral lessons into an unforgettable saga.
At the premiere, welcoming media guests were FFCCCII president Dr. Cecilio K. Pedro, VP Jeffrey Ng, VP Frank Co, Secretary General Dr. Fernando Gan, Board Member Wilson Lee Flores, Director Eddy Cobankiat and Director Patrick Cua.
