Pushpa 2 Breaks Box Office Records: Allu Arjun’s Blockbuster Collects ₹175 Crore on Day 1
Sukumar's Pushpa 2: The Rule Sets Historic Opening Day Collection, Surpassing Bollywood and South Indian Giants
Allu Arjun’s Pushpa 2: The Rule Creates History with a Blockbuster Opening
The much-anticipated sequel to the 2021 hit Pushpa: The Rise, Sukumar’s Pushpa 2: The Rule, has taken the global box office by storm. Released on December 5, the film starring Allu Arjun and Rashmika Mandanna has not only won hearts but also shattered records, becoming the highest-grossing pan-India film on its opening day in Hindi.
Fans have been flocking to theatres since early morning, with houseful shows reported in most locations across India. In many cities, additional late-night screenings were arranged to meet the massive demand.
Day 1 Box Office Collection Figures
According to industry tracker Sacnilk, Pushpa 2 amassed an astonishing ₹175 crore on its first day at the domestic box office, surpassing previous biggies like Shah Rukh Khan’s Jawan, Yash’s KGF Chapter 2, and Prabhas’ Baahubali 2.
Here’s a breakdown of the Day 1 domestic collection:
- Telugu: ₹85 crore
- Hindi: ₹67 crore
- Tamil: ₹7 crore
- Kannada: ₹1 crore
- Malayalam: ₹5 crore
With these numbers, Pushpa 2 has also beaten RRR and Kalki 2898 AD in regional markets, cementing its place in cinematic history.
Pushpa 2 vs Other Box Office Giants
The sequel has outshone several major releases in terms of opening day collections:
- Pushpa 2: ₹175 crore
- RRR: ₹133 crore
- Baahubali 2: ₹121 crore
- KGF Chapter 2: ₹116 crore
While RRR still holds the record for the highest Day 1 global box office collection at ₹223 crore, several trade analysts predict that Pushpa 2 will surpass this figure, with expectations soaring past ₹250 crore globally in its opening weekend.
Star-Studded Cast and Stellar Direction
Directed by Sukumar, Pushpa 2 brings back Allu Arjun as Pushpa Raj, a role that earned him the National Film Award for Best Actor. Rashmika Mandanna reprises her role as Srivalli, while Fahadh Faasil returns as Bhanwar Singh Shekhawat.
The ensemble cast also includes notable performances by Anasuya Bharadwaj, Jagapathi Babu, Sunil, Rao Ramesh, and Jagadeesh Prathap Bandari. A special cameo by Sreeleela has further elevated the excitement among fans.
Audience and Critics Rave About the Film
The electrifying storyline, high-octane action sequences, and Allu Arjun’s impeccable performance have been praised by fans and critics alike. Social media is abuzz with #Pushpa2 trends, with fans calling it “the movie of the decade.”
With such an explosive opening, Pushpa 2 is expected to dominate the box office for weeks. Trade pundits believe that the film will cross the ₹500 crore mark domestically by its second weekend, setting benchmarks for upcoming releases in 2024.
