The animated film "Zootopia 2" (directed by Jared Bush and Byron Howard) is predicting a hit by setting a new record in audience numbers from its opening day. Released on the 26th, "Zootopia 2" attracted approximately 309,000 viewers, securing the number one spot at the box office. On the day of release, it recorded about 356,000 advance ticket reservations, achieving a reservation rate of 65.9%. This number of advance reservations ranks fourth highest among films released in 2025, following "Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba the Movie: Infinity Train" (about 907,000), "No Choice" (about 401,000), and "Mission: Impossible – Final Reckoning" (about 359,000).

The audience count recorded by "Zootopia 2" on its opening day is the highest among Disney-related animated films released in the 2020s, surpassing the previous record of approximately 196,000 set by "Moana 2," which was released last year. Although influenced by cultural event days, "Zootopia 2" is revitalizing the recently sluggish theater industry.

The CGV Egg Index maintains a 98% rating, and positive word of mouth is spreading about the chemistry between the main characters Nick (voiced by Jason Bateman) and Judy (voiced by Jennifer Goodwin). These factors are positively impacting the film's box office performance.

Until the release of James Cameron's new film "Avatar: Fire and Ash" scheduled for late December, there are no strong competing films, which suggests the possibility of a long-term successful run for "Zootopia 2." Attention is focused on whether it can surpass the record of its predecessor, "Zootopia."

Released in February 2016, "Zootopia" had a somewhat disappointing start with about 35,000 viewers on its opening day but achieved long-term success by reaching number one at the box office within about a month through word of mouth. "Zootopia" was screened for five months and ultimately recorded 4.7 million viewers.

It is being closely watched whether "Zootopia 2" can surpass this record and become the first 2025 release to exceed 6 million viewers.

The film "Zootopia 2" is regarded as a successful case in the animation genre, and the audience response and box office results are expected to have a significant impact on the future of the film industry.