Ne Zha 2 Ending Explained

There is a lot of action and plot twists in the Chinese movie Ne Zha 2, which culminates in a stirring conclusion with lessons that everyone should learn. With the aid of his friend Ao Bing, who was born of the spirit pearl, the title character, who was born of the demon orb, attempts to escape his fate in the first Ne Zha, which was released in 2019. In a startling but thrilling turn of events, Ne Zha 2 overtook Inside Out 2 as the highest-grossing animated film ever made. Ne Zha 2 continues where the first film ended.

Ne Zha and Ao Bing try to make new bodies with the Lotus Flower. After Ao Bing’s new body gets destroyed, the two spirits must possess Ne Zha’s new body and journey to Yu Xy Palace, where he can test to become immortal and get the elixir necessary to make another body for Ao Bing. While they go on this quest, Gongbao and the dragons hold Chentang Pass hostage. They’ll only let them go if Ne Zha succeeds. What follows is a fast-paced story that reveals Wuliang and the Chan sect as the true villains, leading to a dramatic ending.

How Ne Zha and Ao Bing Help Ne Zha 2 Save the Dragons

Ne Zha and Ao Bing in Ne Zha 2 possess powers that are superior to those of all other monsters and people. They are therefore the two people who have the best chance of rescuing the dragons once they become stuck in the Tiyaun Cauldron. But because the Chan sect cooperates, Ne Zha and Ao Bing are unable to raise the cauldron's top by themselves. Actually, they are powerful because they can motivate others to fight.

Ne Zha and Ao Bing spearhead the attempt to escape the Tiyaun Cauldron, but the dragons can only do so if they band together to resist the Chan sect's and Wuliang's oppressive power. This section of the narrative reflects Chinese society's collectivist values, which prioritize the needs and obligations of the group over those of the individual. Although the dragons in Ne Zha 2 are aware that they could perish defending themselves, they also understand that the group's survival is more crucial.

The Real Reason Behind Wuliang's Destroying Chentang Pass

The revelation that Wuliang actually destroyed Chentang Pass, blaming the dragons for the massacre, is the biggest shock in Ne Zha 2. He enlists three of the dragon rulers to destroy the town in return for their freedom and loyalty after long years of incarcerating and controlling the dragons. The attack, however, had nothing to do with the dragons' main leader or the rest of the group. The complete devastation of Chentang Pass contributes to Wuliang's ultimate dominance strategy.

The Chan sect's leader has killed one group, framed the other, and intervened in a dispute on multiple occasions. The demon hunters, the clan's armed forces, then intervene to punish the villains while posing as the heroes. The innocent parties are, in fact, being placed in the Tiyaun Cauldron, which transforms each person into an immortality ball that they can use to initiate additional community members. They are skilled at manipulating events to make members of other communities believe that the Chans are morally upright.

In the end, Wuliang's strategy—massacre, framing, defeat, and heroism—repeats itself repeatedly, strengthening the Chan sect's hold on power. Members of other communities travel to the Yu Xy Palace in the hopes of becoming immortal Chan sect members because Wuliang's army presents itself as the good guys. Furthermore, Wuliang rations their abundance of immortality balls to increase their desirability.

How Lady Yin and Li Jing Make It Through the Massacre

Ne Zha believes his parents, Li Jing and Lady Yin, perished in the massacre because he finds his mother's battle helmet, which contributes to his decision to support Wuliang against the dragons. Knowing that his parents survived might have made him feel less inclined to assist. But near the end of Ne Zha 2, the pair reappears.

It turns out that the demon that Ne Zha and Ao Bing battled during the first Ne Zha helped Gongbao save Li Jing and Lady Yin. Although this may appear unexpected at first, it makes sense when you think about it more. Gongbao saw the people of Chentang Pass as a means to an end and, despite his destructive actions, was never motivated to harm them. Gongbao develops a bond with Li Jing and Lady Yin while he is holding them captive, which inspires him to save them during the massacre.

Gongbao removes the demon and the two from the fray. In order to prevent Wuliang and his henchmen from spotting them, the demon frightens the two of them before burying himself beneath the earth. Gongbao, meanwhile, fights back to divert the enemies' attention. The demon reverses the petrification with his snot after the slaughter is finished.

An explanation of Ne Zha and Ao Bing's path to immortality

Ne Zha and Ao Bing live together while pursuing immortality after Ao Bing's body is destroyed. Ne Zha can obtain immortality and the potion to create a new body for Ao Bing if he successfully completes three trials and conceals his identity as the demon orb. They decide that Ao Bing should be in charge of the body during the trials since Ne Zha is unable to hide his demonic abilities. The characters' opposing yet complementary personalities are highlighted by the back and forth of power struggles. Ao Bing is calm and feminine, whereas Ne Zha is impetuous and masculine.

In order to allow Ao Bing to take control of the body, Ne Zha takes sleeping pills during the challenging immortality trials. They must battle three demons, each of whom is either killed or captured upon defeat. During the trial, it is assumed that the Chan sect has a valid reason for sending Ne Zha after these demons. But in reality, the immortality trials are the first indication that Wuliang and his people are the villains. Until they are compelled to engage in combat, none of these demons have ever been depicted engaging in any evil behavior that calls for punishment.

How Does Ne Zha 2 Hint at the Deification War?

Wuliang mentions the upcoming Deification War several times in Ne Zha 2, but he never really explains what it is. Since Ne Zha and Ne Zha 2 are loosely based on Xu Zhonglin's book The Investiture of the Gods, also known as Fengshen Yanyi, the answer can be inferred from it. Similar to Homer's Iliad, the classic Chinese novel describes an epic war to overthrow a corrupt king, in which heroes, demons, immortals, spirits, and deities interfere with the fighting.

By the end, a hierarchy based on spiritual ascension is established, with the Zhou heroes and a few departed Shangs members rising to godhood. Even though the Ne Zha films deviate greatly from the original work, they are probably preparing for a full-scale conflict that will culminate in deification. Even though the on-screen conflict might not unfold precisely as it does in the novel, it will surely continue to enhance Ne Zha 2's amazing animation.

An explanation of the post-credits scene in Ne Zha 2 and how it sets up Ne Zha 3

The Chan sect withdraws to Yu Xy Palace prior to Ne Zha 2's credits, but Ne Zha and Ao Bing resolve to keep up the battle against the repressive group. The story doesn't end here, though. There is a scene in the middle of the credits that foreshadows Ne Zha 3. Shen Gongbao and his father, Shen Zhengdao, are being held captive in a vault when Wuliang descends to them during the scene.

If Gongbao accepts having a fealty curse put on him, Wuliang promises to give Zhengdao a happy life. Wuliang must depart before Gongbao can respond, so it's unclear if he plans to accept the deal. Wuliang does, however, disclose in his monologue that he has a unique strategy for using Gongbao in the Deification War. In Ne Zha 3, the former antagonist might return and work against Ne Zha and Ao Bing.

In the third movie, Ne Zha might also encounter his most challenging task to date. Wuliang summons his brothers to Yu Xy Palace during the mid-credits scene of Ne Zha 2. They will probably agree to cooperate with Wuliang because they were not present when it was revealed that the Chan sect is corrupt. If director Jiaozi chooses to make Ne Zha 3, this could result in Ne Zha and his brother fighting on opposing sides.

The Real Significance Of Ne Zha 2's Resolution

Even though the events of Ne Zha 2 don't change, the main message of the movie is greatly influenced by the cultural perspective of the audience. The Chan sect is identified as the United States of America in the animated film, which is filled with strong symbolism. When viewed through the prism of Chinese culture, the movie is particularly a direct critique of the oppression, corruption, and militarism of the US government. Viewers from around the world, including some Americans, who disagree with the actions of the US government, will find resonance in this message.

Ne Zha 2 conveys a powerful anti-establishment message that can be applied to any corrupt authority when viewed through a Westernized prism. Regardless of the viewer's point of view, the conclusion conveys a strong message: Attempting to fight for justice and failing is preferable to voluntarily accepting injustice. That statement is more true now than ever, so Ne Zha 2 came out at the ideal moment.