Interesting revelations about the future of the animated series “Kung Fu Panda”

“Kung Fu Panda 4” “smashed” a series of Vietnamese box office records

In its first week of release, “Kung Fu Panda 4” set many huge sales records in Vietnam. With the figure of 58 billion VND in the first 3 days, “Kung Fu Panda 4” has “overthrown” the achievements of many predecessors to become the most successful opening animated film of all time in Vietnam. Previously, “Kung Fu Panda 4” also held the top 1 animated film with the highest number of pre-sold tickets ever.

In the global market, the film had an impressive debut at Hollywood's top 1 position, earning 58 million USD domestically (second highest in the series) and 81.7 million USD globally. After 2 weeks, the film is still at the top of the box office and has reached nearly 180 million USD worldwide. Not to mention, the film will have its premiere in China on March 22, which has already reached the top 4 in pre-booked tickets and promises to explode in the “billion-people market”.

Is Po the panda likely to return in part 5?

Not only did “Kung Fu Panda” cause a fever on screen, it also became an important part of popular culture. The image of the “phosphate” panda, adorable and good at martial arts, has long been imprinted in the hearts of millions of viewers. The proof is that in addition to the movie series, “Kung Fu Panda” also releases many television versions (3 series lasting from 2012 to 2023), many unique game projects and constantly launches archival products. concept of following.

In the Chinese market in 2016, “Kung Fu Panda” also had its own merchandise line to welcome the release of part 2. In addition, money earned from spin-off products also accounted for 73% of the profits earned from the Kung Fu Panda brand at that time.

The immediate success of “Kung Fu Panda 4” makes the audience look forward to part 5. At the end, Po has found a bright candidate to succeed the throne of Dragon God, the fox Zhen, becoming a generational transition and opening up a unique new world ahead. Sharing with The Direct, director Mike Mitchell said DreamWorks has no specific plans for part 5, but he is planning to make many spin-off films from Kung Fu Panda. For example, a separate film about the Five Great Heroes group, or a separate film about the world of Kung Fu under the ocean. Meanwhile, co-director Stephanie Ma-Stine affirmed that this is definitely not the end for Po on the big screen!