Allu Arjun’s Pushpa 2: The Rule has emerged as a massive box office success, making a significant mark in Indian cinema. As of its 21st day in theaters, the film has grossed ₹1705 crore worldwide, inching closer to the all-time highest-grossing Indian film, Baahubali 2. This achievement makes Pushpa 2 the fastest Indian film to reach the ₹1700 crore milestone.
The film’s official social media pages shared the news of this monumental achievement, along with a new poster of Allu Arjun as Pushpa Raj. The post read: “THE HIGHEST GROSSER OF INDIAN CINEMA IN 2024 continues to topple records. Pushpa 2: The Rule is the FASTEST INDIAN FILM EVER to collect ₹1700 CRORES with a gross of ₹1705 CRORES WORLDWIDE in 21 days.”
Pushpa 2 had an impressive start, surpassing ₹1000 crore in worldwide earnings just six days after its release on December 5. By day 11, the film had crossed ₹1400 crore and had already made ₹1508 crore by its 14th day. Now, as the film enters its third week, it has crossed the ₹1700 crore mark, and industry experts are eagerly awaiting whether it will surpass Baahubali 2’s ₹1788 crore record.
Pushpa 2’s Unstoppable Success
Directed by Sukumar, Pushpa 2 stars Allu Arjun, Rashmika Mandanna, and Fahadh Faasil. The film’s strong performance continues to drive enthusiasm, with audiences flocking to theaters to watch the action-packed drama. The film has not only garnered massive box office numbers but has also sparked social media buzz due to its intense storyline and Allu Arjun’s captivating performance.
Chief Minister Revanth Reddy’s Meeting with Telugu Film Industry Representatives
Meanwhile, Telangana Chief Minister Revanth Reddy recently met with representatives from the Telugu film industry to discuss various topics, including the controversy surrounding the Pushpa 2 stampede at Sandhya Theatre on December 4. The meeting was attended by producers such as Dil Raju, who was recently appointed chairman of the Telangana Film Development Corporation (FDC), as well as industry veterans Venkatesh and Nagarjuna, along with several directors and producers.
During the meeting, Dil Raju clarified that no discussions regarding ticket hikes or benefit shows took place. The stampede incident was briefly addressed, but the focus was mainly on plans to make Hyderabad an “international film hub.” The meeting is seen as a step forward in enhancing the Telugu film industry’s infrastructure.
The Pushpa 2 Stampede Incident
The success of Pushpa 2 comes amid the controversy surrounding the stampede at the Sandhya Theatre during the film’s premiere on December 4. The tragic incident resulted in the death of a woman named Revathi and left her young son Sri Teja in critical condition. The Telangana police filed a case against the management of Sandhya Theatre and Allu Arjun for their alleged roles in the incident.
On December 13, Allu Arjun was arrested in connection with the case but was granted interim bail on December 14. While the Chief Minister and police have criticized the actor for “irresponsibility,” Allu Arjun has denied the allegations. The incident has added a layer of complexity to the film’s ongoing success, drawing both admiration for its box office performance and scrutiny over the stampede tragedy.
Despite the controversy, Pushpa 2 remains one of the highest-grossing films of the year, showcasing Allu Arjun’s star power and solidifying the Pushpa franchise’s place in Indian cinema history. Fans and industry professionals alike are closely watching to see if the film can surpass the records set by Baahubali 2 and set new benchmarks for Indian cinema.
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