Nezha Zhi Mo Tong Nao Hai

Nezha 2 is really special to me because I watched Nezha when I was still a little cute baby. Sure there are some immature moments that were made for kids but the fight scenes really just hit different.

This movie was a roller coaster of emotions. I didnt really know what that meant until I watched this movie. There were wholesome, sad, and epic scenes. I was crying so hard in that movie, that never happened in a while. In a while I mean 1 day. The last movie I watched that made me cry was A silent voice.

It was also pretty funny for a ... kids show, but this movie had the craziest plot twist of the century. Even if you are American and don't speak English, there are english sub titles.

Even though this movie isnt for everyone, it was for me. There were some boring moments in the movie but the animation was really good. The sounds were loud as well ( maybe because I was in the movies ). I won't forget when I came out of the movies with red eyes and sweaty buttocks.

Ne Zha 2 elevates the presentation of mythological tale to new heights. Director Yu Yang seamlessly blends entertainment with spectacular visual storytelling while expertly balancing genres.

The story follows an archetypal good vs evil structure, enhanced by strong writing and unpredictable plot twists, making it stand out despite its generic foundation and is definitely much better than the prequel. The latter half of the story unfolds through sequential action scenes. Action director Yi Su has crafted one of the most unforgettable action sequences in cinematic history. Drama is equally great, delivering stirring emotional scenes.
"I never cared whether you were an immortal or a demon. All I ... know is you are my son."
--Madam Yin
Comedy often feels unnecessary, but it is undeniably hilarious and unexpectedly catches off guard. If it had been trimmed and instead given time for story development, it could've been better, still it's fun to watch Nezha being Nezha.

All the characters are well developed and undergo meaningful character growth.
"You must walk your own path. From now on, follow your heart."
--Ao Guang

The art remains consistently impressive in every frame. The scenery, backgrounds, and color contrast are thoughtfully designed. The visuals and animation by The Monk Studio stand out as the movie’s strongest aspect. While the VFX/CGI isn't quite on par, it never clashes or feels out of place. CG visual art director Devaraj Balakrishnan handled it elegantly.

The sound design brilliantly enhances the visual spectacle, creating a deeply immersive experience. Voice acting is decent. The music, especially the orchestral arrangements breathe life into the film, and when combined with the visuals and scenario, it is simply breathtaking. The OST is well-composed, although it doesn’t include lyrical tracks within the movie. The ending songs, 'Zai Gu Shi De Zui Zhong' and 'Jin Hou Wo Yu Zi Ji Liu Lang' by Zhang Bichen, are soothing and evoke the entire story, leaving a lingering sense of emptiness.


My experience: Few days ago, I went to a nearby cinemas but they canceled the show because there were only 4 people including me, they needed at least ten to start. So yesterday, I traveled far, hoping for a crowd at the IMAX and somehow, I ended up being the only person there XD thankfully they didn't cancel and I was able to watch Nezha 2 alone in IMAX...omfg it was the best IMAX experience. Without people's chatter, laughter and distractions it was peaceful to watch. I could feel the soundwaves travelling through the body. I even changed seats adjusting fov XD

Ne Zha 2 is a bold, chaotic, and visually overwhelming sequel that takes an imaginative—but often misguided—approach to reinterpreting mythology. It flips the traditional story on its head, making demons the heroes and the heavens the villains, which could have been an interesting subversion if the execution weren’t so surface-level. Instead of enriching the legend of Nezha, the film seems more interested in spectacle and shock value, often at the cost of depth and coherence.

One of my biggest gripes is how the film leans way too hard into slapstick and crude humor, reducing significant mythological figures into rowdy, one-dimensional characters. I lost count of how ... many times the gods just jumped to conclusions without any logical deduction—why is everyone in this movie an idiot? The dialogue was shallow, and the emotional moments didn’t land because the characters simply weren’t written with enough depth to make me care. Critics have praised Ne Zha 2 for its outstanding writing and flawless execution, but honestly, did we even watch the same movie?

Then there’s the worldbuilding—or lack thereof. Unlike Light Chaser’s New Gods series, which weaves in actual historical and cultural references, Ne Zha 2 feels like a purely fictionalized setting with no real connection to Chinese mythology beyond character names. Light Chaser’s team visited real sites like Dunhuang and referenced real historical artefacts to bring authenticity to their designs; here, everything is exaggerated, flashy, and devoid of cultural roots.

Visually, the film is undeniably ambitious, with cutting-edge VFX and animation that must have taken an insane amount of effort. But it often feels like overkill—especially on an IMAX screen. The hyper-detailed effects clash with the cartoonish character designs, creating a visual disconnect that made everything feel slightly off. Instead of being awed, I was overstimulated to the point of exhaustion.

And let’s talk about that reincarnation scene. Nezha and Ao Bing being reborn from snot? I could not take anything seriously after that. Every time an emotional scene played out, all I could think of was, “These guys are literally made of mucus.” It was gross and off-putting in all the wrong ways.

The film’s title, 哪吒之魔童闹海, promises a legendary battle involving the sea (闹海), but where was the 海? It felt more like 哪吒大闹天宫 instead. The dragons were gender-swapped, character roles reversed—by the end, I was wondering if this movie had anything to do with the original legend at all.

Maybe I’m the odd one out, considering Ne Zha 2 smashed box office records within its first week. But numbers aside, I just couldn’t connect with it. It felt like the filmmakers were more focused on outshining their rivals than preserving the essence of Nezha’s mythos. And please—enough with the piss jokes. These are immortals, not middle schoolers. Don't reduce our childhood heroes to mere gaffs.