The strong opening for �Hero� also set a record for an Asian film release in the U.S., validating Miramax�s gamble of opening the film in 2,031 theaters.
"Anacondas: The Hunt for the Blood Orchid," opened at No. 2 with an estimated $13.2 million gross, bumping last week�s No 2. "Without a Paddle" down one spot to No. 3 with an estimated $8.7 million haul.
"The Princess Diaries 2: Royal Engagement"
dropped one spot to No. 4 this week, bringing in $8.1 million and the top
5 was rounded out by last week�s No. 1, "Exorcist: The Beginning," which
had an estimated second weekend gross of $6.7 million.
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