BEIJING: Chinese conglomerate Wanda Group signed a $3.5-billion deal on Tuesday to buy Hollywood studio Legendary Entertainment, the maker of blockbusters “Jurassic World” and “Godzilla,” dubbing it China’s biggest-ever cultural takeover.

Legendary’s film productions have grossed more than $12 billion worldwide at the box office, according to a Wanda statement.

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