Universal’s “Super Mario Galaxy Movie” topped the Chinese box office over the weekend of April 3-5, earning RMB 57.1 million ($8.3 million) in its opening slot, according to data from Artisan Gateway.
China Film’s drama “It’s OK” debuted at No. 5 in previews last week, and was released on April 3, rising to No. 2 in its second weekend, earning $6.1 million and a total of $9.9 million. The film, directed by Yang Lina and starring Wen Qi and Qing Hailu, tells the story of Shu Ke, a young woman whose life is upended by the sudden arrival of her mother while preparing for emergency treatment.
Columbia’s sci-fi epic “Project Hail Mary” moved into third place, adding $5.7 million for a total of $27.5 million.
Dirty Monkeys’ “Now I Met Her” debuted at No. 4 with $4.1 million. Directed by Xiao Lucy and starring Sandra Ma and Ke Bai. The story follows Seay, who never knew her mother until she received a diary on her 18th birthday that reveals her extraordinary life of love and laughter through the ages. The film had its world premiere at the Rotterdam International Film Festival earlier this year.
Rounding out the top five is the psychological thriller “Game of Identity,” which earned $3.6 million in its first two days of release. Produced by Maoyan Pictures, directed by Cheng Liang, and starring Peng Yuchang and Ding Yuxi. The story depicts a dangerous “exchange of lives” between a talented young man and a wealthy heiress that quickly devolves into a high-stakes game of manipulation and greed.
Overall weekend box office revenue in mainland China reached $39.5 million, but year-to-date revenue in 2026 was $1.76 billion, a 50.7% decrease compared to the same period in 2025.
