Allu Arjun’s latest film, Pushpa 2: The Rule, has achieved remarkable success, surpassing ₹1,100 crore in box office collections in India as of December 25, 2024. This milestone was reached on Christmas Day, marking a significant rise of 36.21% in daily collections compared to the previous day. The film’s impressive performance continues to captivate audiences across the country.
Box Office Performance
Since its release on December 5, 2024, Pushpa 2 has demonstrated strong box office resilience. Here’s a breakdown of its earnings:
- Opening Day: ₹164.25 crore
- First Week: ₹725.8 crore
- Second Week: ₹264.8 crore
- Third Week (Day 21): Approximately ₹1110.8 crore net in India
The film’s total collections now stand at approximately ₹1,109.85 crore, with the Hindi version contributing around ₹716.65 crore and the Telugu version approximately ₹316.3 crore. Additionally, the film’s Tamil, Malayalam, and Kannada versions have earned ₹55.35 crore, ₹14.07 crore, and ₹7.48 crore respectively.
Day-Wise Box Office Collection
Here’s a detailed day-wise collection of Pushpa 2:
- Day 0 (Wednesday): ₹10.65 Cr
- Day 1 (Thursday): ₹164.25 Cr
- Day 2 (Friday): ₹93.8 Cr
- Day 3 (Saturday): ₹119.25 Cr
- Day 4 (Sunday): ₹141.05 Cr
- Day 5 (Monday): ₹64.45 Cr
- Day 6 (Tuesday): ₹51.55 Cr
- Day 7 (Wednesday): ₹43.35 Cr
- Day 8 (Thursday): ₹37.45 Cr
- Day 9 (Friday): ₹36.4 Cr
- Day 10 (Saturday): ₹63.3 Cr
- Day 11 (Sunday): ₹76.6 Cr
- Day 12 (Monday): ₹26.95 Cr
- Day 13 (Tuesday): ₹23.35 Cr
- Day 14 (Wednesday): ₹20.55 Cr
- Day 15 (Thursday): ₹17.65 Cr
- Day 16 (Friday): ₹14.3 Cr
- Day 17 (Saturday): ₹24.75 Cr
- Day 18 (Sunday): ₹32.95 Cr
- Day 19 (Monday): ₹13 Cr
- Day 20 (Tuesday): ₹14.5 Cr
- Day 21 (Wednesday): ₹19.75 Cr
Casting
Pushpa 2 features a star-studded cast:
- Allu Arjun as Pushpa Raj
- Rashmika Mandanna as Srivalli, Pushpa’s wife
- Fahadh Faasil as SP Bhanwar Singh Shekhawat IPS
- Jagapathi Babu as Central Minister Kogatam Veera Pratap Reddy
- Rao Ramesh as MP Bhumireddy Siddappa Naidu
- Anasuya Bharadwaj as Dakshayani “Daksha”
- Sunil as Mangalam Srinu
- Dhananjaya as Jaali Reddy
Other notable cast members include Master Dhruvan, Jagadeesh Prathap Bandari, and Sreeleela in a special appearance.
Audience Reception and Theatrical Occupancy
Pushpa 2 has maintained a strong audience turnout, with overall theatrical occupancy rates of 41.37% for the Telugu version and 40.81% for the Hindi version. The film’s ability to draw viewers during the holiday season has been a key factor in its box office success.
Ratings
The film has received positive reviews from critics and audiences alike, currently holding an IMDb rating of approximately 8.5/10, reflecting its popularity and acclaim.
Controversies Surrounding the Film
Despite its commercial triumph, Pushpa 2 has faced challenges related to a tragic incident at a premiere event where a stampede occurred, resulting in a woman’s death. Allu Arjun was questioned by police regarding this incident as part of an ongoing investigation. Authorities have warned against spreading misinformation about the event on social media.
Conclusion
Directed by Sukumar, Pushpa 2: The Rule continues to break records and set new benchmarks for Indian cinema. With its engaging storyline centered around Pushpa Raj’s struggles in the sandalwood smuggling world, alongside a stellar cast including Rashmika Mandanna and Fahadh Faasil, the film is poised to remain a dominant force at the box office as it heads into its fourth week.
Disclaimer : The figures mentioned are based on reports from various box office tracking sources and are subject to change as new data becomes available.
