The Weekend at the Movies: Global Box Office Highlights

The movie industry is always buzzing with new releases and updates. This past weekend was no different, with some interesting numbers rolling in from around the globe. Let's dive into what happened. First off, Disney's "Snow White" continued to make waves internationally. It added another $22. 1 million from 51 different markets outside the U. S. This brings its international total to $76. 3 million and its global total to $143. 1 million. The film topped the charts in several countries, including Australia, Italy, Spain, the UK, Brazil, and Mexico. The top five markets so far have been the UK, Mexico, Italy, France, and Brazil. However, there was a notable 48% drop in its second weekend overseas. This drop might seem steep, but it's important to remember that second-weekend drops are common in the film industry. It doesn't necessarily indicate a lack of interest, but rather the natural ebb and flow of movie releases. Meanwhile, "A Working Man" starring Jason Statham made a strong debut. The film opened in 41 overseas markets through Warner Bros and an additional 22 markets through Black Bear. It brought in a combined $15 million internationally, with $8. 8 million coming from Warner Bros markets. China was the top performer for Statham, with the film grossing $2. 9 million. This is roughly on par with other big hits like "Gladiator II" and "John Wick: Chapter 4. " In Germany, the film opened at number one with $1. 4 million, ahead of several other comparable films. Australia and Mexico also saw strong openings, with both countries bringing in around $1. 1 million. The UK started with $867, 000. Warner Bros plans to open the film in Italy on April 10, with additional Black Bear markets opening in Saudi Arabia, Vietnam, the Philippines, and Japan in the coming months.In other news, India's "L2: Empuraan" made a significant impact. The Malayalam-language action thriller opened to around $20 million worldwide. It played on 87 Imax screens across 14 markets, earning $1. 1 million. This includes the biggest Indian opening ever for the Imax format in the UK and Ireland, as well as the highest-grossing Imax launch weekend of 2025 across the Middle East. This success highlights the growing influence of Indian cinema on the global stage. Looking ahead, there's plenty to be excited about. Gower Street Analytics has increased its global 2025 forecast to $34. 1 billion. This revision is largely due to the overperformance of China's "Ne Zha 2, " which has become Imax's second-highest-grossing movie ever at the international box office, behind only "Avatar: The Way of Water. " The film has grossed over $2. 15 billion globally, with $50 million coming from outside China. It's a testament to the power of international markets and the potential for global success. As Hollywood gears up for CinemaCon in Las Vegas, the industry is buzzing with anticipation. With so many exciting releases on the horizon, it's clear that the movie world is always evolving. From the success of "Snow White" to the strong debut of "A Working Man, " and the impressive run of "Ne Zha 2, " there's always something new to look forward to. So, whether you're a fan of action, animation, or anything in between, there's plenty to keep you entertained.