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Zootopia 2 Box Office create MAYHEM globally; Sequel set to cross USD 1 Billion mark tomorrow on a USD 150M budget
The dynamic duo of the Zootopia Police Department (ZPD) has officially arrested the global box office! Disney’s highly anticipated animated sequel, Zootopia 2, is witnessing a historic run in theaters. After a thunderous opening during the Thanksgiving weekend, the film has refused to slow down. According to the latest tracking reports from leading Hollywood trade analysts, the film is on the verge of a massive milestone. It is confirmed that Zootopia 2 will cross the colossal USD 1 Billion (approx. INR 8,400 Crore) mark globally by tomorrow (Friday), achieving this feat in record time. What makes this achievement even more jaw-dropping is the film's return on investment. Reports indicate that Zootopia 2 was produced on a reported budget of USD 150 Million. By breaching the billion-dollar mark, the film has already grossed nearly 7 times its production cost in just over two weeks of release. This level of profitability is rare and cements Disney Animation's return to its golden era of box office dominance. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}) The sequel, directed by Jared Bush and Josie Trinidad, has resonated with audiences of all ages. While fans are loving the return of Ginnifer Goodwin (Judy) and Jason Bateman (Nick), the new addition to the cast has been a scene-stealer. Academy Award winner Ke Huy Quan, who voices Gary (the creepy-crawly snake featured prominently on the poster), has received rave reviews. The introduction of the "Marsh Market" and the reptiles has expanded the world of Zootopia, drawing repeat audiences to premium formats like IMAX and 4DX. With this achievement, Zootopia 2 becomes the second film in the franchise to cross the billion-dollar threshold, following the footsteps of its 2016 predecessor, which grossed USD 1.02 Billion. It also marks another massive win for Disney in 2025. As the film gears up for the holiday season push, trade experts predict it won't just stop at a billion—it is now chasing the records of the highest-grossing animated films of all time.