Since its release in China, the film ‘A Letter to Grandma’ has been both a critical and box office success. Starting from June 18, it will be screened in Malaysia. This work, rich with bonds of Eastern family affection and local cultural color, is set against the backdrop of the precious “Qiaopi” culture from the Chaozhou-Shantou region. Through the emotional ties between grandmother and grandchild, the film weaves a story of yearning that transcends time and space, resonating deeply with many viewers.
As a dialect film rooted in the cultural heritage of Chaoshan, ‘A Letter to Grandma’ currently holds a high rating of 9.2 on Douban and has accumulated over 1.5 billion RMB (approximately 885 million MYR) in box office revenue, ranking among the top in China’s annual box office for 2026. Its delicate and sincere emotional portrayal has been hailed by many viewers as one of the most touching Chinese-language films in recent years.
According to the distributor, in addition to its initial release locations, the film will gradually be screened in countries such as the United States, Canada, Australia, New Zealand, the United Kingdom, France, Japan, South Korea, and Thailand, allowing more overseas audiences to experience the warmth and cultural appeal of Chinese family stories on the big screen.