Allu Arjun’s Pushpa 2: The Rule has made history by becoming the first Indian film to surpass ₹1,200 crore at the domestic box office, achieving this milestone on its 33rd day of release. The film, which hit theaters on December 5, 2024, has maintained a strong performance despite a significant drop in daily earnings. Lets look at the Pushpa 2 Box Office Collections.
Box Office Performance Overview
As of January 7, 2025, Pushpa 2 has grossed approximately ₹1,208.7 crore in India alone. The film’s earnings breakdown is as follows:
- First Week: ₹725.8 crore
- Second Week: ₹264.8 crore
- Third Week: ₹129.5 crore
- Fourth Week: ₹69.65 crore
- Fifth Weekend:
- Friday: ₹3.75 crore
- Saturday: ₹5.5 crore
- Sunday: ₹7.2 crore
- Fifth Monday: ₹2.5 crore (a drop of about 65% from the previous day)
The film’s Hindi version has contributed significantly to its success, earning around ₹793.2 crore, while the Telugu version has brought in approximately ₹335.41 crore. Additional collections from Tamil, Malayalam, and Kannada versions total ₹58.21 crore, ₹14.15 crore, and ₹7.73 crore, respectively.
Daywise Box Office Collection
Here’s the day-wise box office collection of Pushpa 2: The Rule:
- Day 0 [Wednesday]: ₹10.65 Cr
- Day 1 [1st Thursday]: ₹164.25 Cr
- Day 2 [1st Friday]: ₹93.8 Cr
- Day 3 [1st Saturday]: ₹119.25 Cr
- Day 4 [1st Sunday]: ₹141.05 Cr
- Day 5 [1st Monday]: ₹64.45 Cr
- Day 6 [1st Tuesday]: ₹51.55 Cr
- Day 7 [1st Wednesday]: ₹43.35 Cr
- Day 8 [2nd Thursday]: ₹37.45 Cr
- Day 9 [2nd Friday]: ₹36.4 Cr
- Day 10 [2nd Saturday]: ₹63.3 Cr
- Day 11 [2nd Sunday]: ₹76.6 Cr
- Day 12 [2nd Monday]: ₹26.95 Cr
- Day 13 [2nd Tuesday]: ₹23.35 Cr
- Day 14 [2nd Wednesday]: ₹20.55 Cr
- Day 15 [3rd Thursday]: ₹17.65 Cr
- Day 16 [3rd Friday]: ₹14.3 Cr
- Day 17 [3rd Saturday]: ₹24.75 Cr
- Day 18 [3rd Sunday]: ₹32.95 Cr
- Day 19 [3rd Monday]: ₹13 Cr
- Day 20 [3rd Tuesday]: ₹14.5 Cr
- Day 21 [3rd Wednesday]: ₹19.5 Cr
- Day 22 [4th Thursday]: ₹10.5 Cr
- Day 23 [4th Friday]: ₹8.75 Cr
- Day 24 [4th Saturday]: ₹12.5 Cr
- Day 25 [4th Sunday]: ₹15.65 Cr
- Day 26 [4th Monday]: ₹6.8 Cr
- Day 27 [4th Tuesday]: ₹7.7 Cr
- Day 28 [4th Wednesday]: ₹13.25 Cr
- Day 29 [5th Thursday]: ₹5 Cr
- Day 30 [5th Friday]: ₹3.75 Cr
- Day 31 [5th Saturday]: ₹5.5 Cr
- Day 32 [5th Sunday]: ₹7.2 Cr
- Day 33 [5th Monday]: ₹2.5 Cr
This collection reflects the film’s strong performance at the Indian box office since its release on December 5, 2024.
Record-Breaking Milestones
Pushpa 2 has not only dethroned the previous record-holder, Baahubali 2: The Conclusion, but it also aims to challenge Aamir Khan’s Dangal for the title of the highest-grossing Indian film of all time. Dangal grossed over ₹2,000 crore worldwide, a benchmark that Pushpa 2 is now eyeing after accumulating a worldwide total of approximately ₹1,831 crore within just over a month.
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Cast
The film boasts an ensemble cast, including:
- Allu Arjun as Pushpa Raj
- Rashmika Mandanna as Srivalli
- Fahadh Faasil as SP Bhanwar Singh Shekhawat
- Jagapathi Babu as Central Minister Kogatam Veera Pratap Reddy
- Rao Ramesh as MP Bhumireddy Siddappa Naidu
- Sunil as Mangalam Srinu
- Anasuya Bharadwaj as Dakshayani “Daksha”
- Dhananjaya as Jaali Reddy
- Jagadeesh Prathap Bandari, Ajay Ghosh, and others in supporting roles.
Reviews and Ratings
The film has received mixed to positive reviews across various platforms:
- IMDb: 8.5/10
- Rotten Tomatoes: 85% (Audience Score)
- BookMyShow: 4.2/5
- Bollywood Hungama: 4/5
Critics have praised Allu Arjun’s performance, the film’s direction, and its engaging storyline. Many reviews highlight the film’s action sequences and character development, while some note that it follows a familiar narrative arc seen in many action dramas.
Factors Behind Success
Industry experts attribute the film’s remarkable performance to several factors:
- A strong fan base from its predecessor, Pushpa: The Rise.
- Powerful performances by the cast, including Allu Arjun and Rashmika Mandanna.
- Innovative promotional strategies that kept audiences engaged.
Director Sukumar’s vision and execution have also been praised for creating a compelling narrative centered around the sandalwood mafia amidst police crackdowns
Future Prospects
As Pushpa 2 enters its fifth week, analysts predict that its box office performance may slow down further due to upcoming releases in Telugu and Tamil cinema during the Sankranti and Pongal festivals. However, it continues to draw audiences despite facing competition from new films
Disclaimer
This article is based on information available as of January 7, 2025. Box office figures are subject to change as new data becomes available and additional films are released.In summary, Pushpa 2: The Rule has made an indelible mark in Indian cinema history with its record-breaking collections and continues to be a topic of discussion among movie enthusiasts and industry insiders alike.
