According to platform data, as of May 17, the total box office (including pre-sales) for movies in 2026 has exceeded 14.4 billion yuan!

This May is full of great films. Among them, the movie « Love Letter to Grandma » is breaking through with word of mouth. As of now, its box office has exceeded 452 million yuan. On a movie rating website, over 400,000 viewers have given it a high score of 9.1, making it the highest-rated domestic film of the year so far.

In addition, this month also features more than 40 domestic and international films, including « Cold War 1994, » « The Vanished, » « Forest Within, » and « Star Wars: The Mandalorian & Grogu, » which are either currently showing or about to be released.

« Love Letter to Grandma »

Release Date: April 30

The movie « Love Letter to Grandma » begins with a « special family letter, » which reads: « Across the vast seas and rivers, thinking of you makes the distance feel not so far. » Xiao Wei, holding this cherished letter from his grandmother, travels to Thailand to find his grandfather, who has been missing for forty years. The journey is full of bumps and laughs.

Following the grandfather’s footsteps southward, the street scenes and culture of the « going south to Southeast Asia » era gradually emerge, showcasing the weight of real history and a unique retro aesthetic.

Through the medium of overseas Chinese remittance letters, the film presents an emotional journey spanning over half a century and a vivid picture of the hardworking, brave, loyal, and righteous Chaozhou-Shantou overseas Chinese ancestors.

Since its release, the film’s reputation has been rising steadily. Countless viewers have become enthusiastic recommenders, recommending it with tears in their eyes.

« Cold War 1994 »

Release Date: May 1

This is a crime action film that tells the story of a wealthy businessman’s kidnapping case, involving intense power struggles between the British side, the police, the businessman, and the underworld amidst hidden currents.

The film is directed and written by Leung Lok-man, starring Daniel Wu, Lau Chun-him, and Tse Kwan-ho, with many well-known actors such as Chow Yun-fat, Aaron Kwok, Tony Leung Ka-fai, and Louis K

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Thailand

Thailand, formerly known as Siam, is a Southeast Asian country with a rich history as the only nation in the region to avoid European colonization. Its cultural heritage is deeply influenced by Theravada Buddhism, evident in its ornate temples and traditions, while its modern history includes a transition from an absolute monarchy to a constitutional monarchy in 1932. Today, Thailand is renowned for its vibrant festivals, cuisine, and iconic landmarks like the Grand Palace in Bangkok and the ancient ruins of Ayutthaya.