The Federation of Filipino Chinese Chambers of Commerce and Industry, Inc. (FFCCCII), led by its president, Dr. Cecilio K. Pedro, hosted an exclusive media premiere of the record-breaking animated epic “Ne Zha 2” at Fisher Mall’s VIP Premiere Theater last Saturday.
Filled with amazing visuals and a captivating storyline, “Ne Zha 2” has earned its place as the world’s #1 animated box-office hit and the 5th highest-grossing film in cinematic history. The film’s beautiful animation and powerful narrative of courage, resilience, and family have ignited screens worldwide.
The screening, one of the highlights of FFCCCII’s 50th anniversary celebration of Philippines-China diplomatic relations, 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.
Dr. Cecilio K. Pedro, FFCCCII president, expressed his enthusiasm during the event: “This remarkable achievement serves as a testament to the boundless creativity and innovation coming out of Asia. It is a source of pride for us to be part of this historic moment in global cinema, which exemplifies the strength of collaboration between nations and cultures.”
Aside from Dr. Pedro, onhand to welcome the guests at the event were FFCCCII vice presidents Jeffrey Ng and Frank Co, secretary general Dr. Fernando Gan, board member Wilson Lee Flores and directors Eddy Cobankiat and Patrick Cua.
Blending martial arts, humor, and moral lessons, “Ne Zha 2” has garnered international acclaim 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’ is more than just a film; it is a celebration of the extraordinary potential of Asian storytelling. We are proud to see how Filipino and Chinese culture can come together to make an impact on the global stage,” Dr. Pedro also said.
FFCCCII is the umbrella federation of 178 Filipino-Chinese chambers of commerce nationwide, which espouses progressive economic advocacies and diverse socio-civic charities.
