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Paramount’s “Mission: Impossible – The Final Reckoning” retained the top spot at the China box office for a second consecutive weekend, earning RMB70.7 million ($9.8 million) between June 6–8, according to Artisan Gateway.

The Tom Cruise-led action sequel has now grossed $46.9 million in China, maintaining a strong hold despite a slowdown in new wide releases. Of this, Imax accounted for $1.7 million for a running total of $8.7 million in the format in the Middle Kingdom.

In second place, the Chinese animated fantasy “Endless Journey of Love” from Maoyan Movie added $4.2 million in its second frame. Directed by Zhou Tienan and Yu Ao, the film is set in 1930s China and follows village girl Qian Xiao, who gains the power to control time, making her a target of powerful forces. As she uncovers the metropolis’s hidden secrets, she faces peril and the cost of her gift. The voice cast includes Karry Wang,...

Paramount’s “Mission: Impossible – The Final Reckoning” soared to the top of China’s box office over the May 30–June 1 weekend, earning RMB184.5 million ($25.6 million), according to Artisan Gateway.

The film’s high-octane action sequences and Imax screenings contributed to its strong performance. Imax accounted for $4.9 million of the film’s total China box office. The China opening weekend is also Imax’s biggest for a Hollywood title in 2025.

Imax CEO Rich Gelfond said: “We were particularly encouraged by the great Imax results in China, which bodes well for the many Hollywood tentpoles set for release there in the weeks ahead.”

In second place, the Chinese animated fantasy “Endless Journey of Love” from Maoyan Movie earned $7.6 million. Directed by Zhou Tienan and Yu Ao, the film is set in 1930s China and follows village girl Qian Xiao, who gains the power to control time, making her a target of powerful forces.

Mostly known for cards and anime, the Yu-Gi-Oh! franchise is one of the biggest in the world, with the brand represented in countless forms of merchandise. Now, things are taking a turn for the ugly in a collaboration that's certain to make spirits bright in the oddest way.

As part of a collaboration with BoxLunch, a new ugly sweater meant for the winter months is something that Yu-Gi-Oh! fans can look forward to adding to their deck. Featuring the protagonist of the original series and the Millennium Puzzle, the gaudy form of festive clothing will trigger nostalgia and holiday cheer. Now available to order, it's the best thing to wear for when it's time to d-d-d-d-duel.

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Film: 'Doraemon in Nobita and the Steel Troops: The New Age'; Director: Yukiyo Teramoto; Voiceovers: Masaharu Fukuyama, Yumi Kakazu, Koji Kato, Subaru Kimura; Rating: ** - a disappointing fare.

There's an old tradition of treating children's content with lightness. The usual justification given for making bad children's films is that put anything moving in front of kids, and they will like it (by that logic, there's no need for any specialised content for kids).

And it is this same malady that 'Doraemon...' suffers from, with a substandard story and execution. And it's a greater.