Pushpa 2 release highlights: Allu Arjun starrer likely to challenge SRK's Jawan with Rs 60 Cr start at BO

In a recent tweet, Jawan director Atlee conveyed his praises to Allu Arjun starrer Pushpa 2 and said, "This movie really touched my heart. Your performance was outstanding. Congratulations on yet another blockbuster, sir!" Additionally, the director called Rashmika "a beast in performance," and termed Fahadh Faasil, "lethal."

Composer Sam CS recently proclaimed in an interview that he had contributed most to the background scores of the Allu Arjun starrer Pushpa 2: The Rule. In the interview, Sam said, "While some of Devi Sri Prasad’s music remains, about 90% of the background score, including the climactic fight, is mine."

Allu Arjun starrer Pushpa 2 (Hindi) eyes a box office start of Rs 60 crore, emerging as one of the biggest openers of all time. If trends are to continue with the same momentum, the film is likely to mint the Rs 65 crore mark too.

In a throwback interview with Film Companion back in the day, Fahadh Faasil revealed how he never felt Pushpa would do anything for his career. In the interview, the Aavesham actor said, "I don’t think Pushpa did anything for me. I tell Sukumar sir that. People expect magic from me after Pushpa… no. It’s pure collaboration and love for Suku sir," highlighting how his craft lies in Malayalam cinema.

As Allu Arjun and Rashmika Mandanna starrer has made it to the theaters, the sequel Pushpa 3: The Rampage will likely begin shooting after four years. According to a report by Great Andhra, the icon star is next set to have two films in the lineup including one with director Trivikram Srinivas.

On the other hand, director Sukumar is next working on Ram Charan starrer RC17, making the shoot of the next installment in the Pushpa franchise happen in 2028 or 2029.

Rashmika Mandanna shared her experience of working with Ranbir Kapoor in Animal and Allu Arjun in Pushpa 2. Reacting to one of the comments, she wrote, "Performing with these men has set the bar soooo high for me.. it’s crazy .. and I am so freaking glad! I like the actor I am today because of these two mind blowing actors!." 

Due to unforeseen circumstances, Pushpa 2 will not screen at Hyderabad's iconic Prasads multiplex. The official page of the theater released a statement with the caption, 'We deeply regret this inconvenience and sincerely thank you for your understanding and continued support." 
 

The Saudi Arabian censor board has scrutinized the crucial Jathara scene of Pushpa 2 ft. Allu Arjun for its depiction of Hindu deities. Thus, all in all, the film has witnessed a 19-minute cut. 

Allu Arjun holds his wife Sneha's hand as they exit amidst a massive crowd after watching Pushpa 2 at Sandhya Theater in Hyderabad. The couple was joined by Rashmika Mandanna.

As Pushpa 2 released today, December 5, Rashmika Mandanna shared a photo of herself with Allu Arjun flaunting their personalized jackets.

Pushpa 2: The Rule, the last big South release of 2024, earned approximately Rs 125 crore worldwide in pre-sales on the opening day alone, including paid premieres.

As per estimates, the Sukumar-directed Pushpa 2 starring Allu Arjun in the lead role has earned a terrific Rs 8 crore from the paid previews in limited locations of India. 

It's a big day; it's Pushpa Day! Fans can't keep calm as the Allu Arjun, Rashmika Mandanna, and Fahadh Faasil starrer hits the big screen today, December 5. Last night, Bunny stepped out from his car roof and waved to his fans after watching the film with his wife Sneha Reddy. 

The first reviews of Allu Arjun starrer Pushpa 2 are out. Netizens can't keep calm, as they call it a 'blockbuster'. The first half of Pushpa 2 serves a perfect combo of comedy and masala. Allu Arjun, Rashmika Mandanna and Fahadh Faasil fans are in for a treat. 

In a papped moment from a theater, Allu Arjun arrives in person to see fans at the premiere show of Pushpa 2: The Rule. Check out the video!

Rashmika Mandanna, who reprises her much-loved character of Srivalli in Pushpa 2: The Rule, recently dropped a bunch of unseen pictures from the shooting diaries of the film. 

The precious memorabilia features behind-the-scenes moments of the actress, along with Allu Arjun and filmmaker Sukumar. She penned a long note along with it, expressing gratitude to her co-star and the director as she connected with them deeply throughout this journey since 2021.

In an excerpt of her long caption, Rashmika wrote, "Pushpa 2 is releasing tomorrow and right now I am overwhelmed with emotions.. It’s fascinating to see myself be so affected and so personally connected with this team and for a film.. never before have I ever let a film influence my emotions and today on the eve of the release I am feeling emotions I’ve never felt for a film before."

Ahead of the big day before Pushpa 2: The Rule's release, Allu Arjun gets all the love sent across his way by the love of his life, Allu Sneha Reddy.

Through a post on her Instagram account, the star wife wished him love and luck for his big day. The picture she dropped captured a candid photo of the duo, looking picture perfect.

Allu Arjun's Pushpa 2: The Rule has begun to emerge as one of the greatest hits of his career already. The pre-sale of the film became the highest of all time, with having aimed to start at a record-breaking Rs. 60 crore mark.

With preponed releases in some states on December 4 itself, along with early morning shows lined up at 6 AM for December 5, the film is indeed on the way to create a league of its own. 

Talking about the advance ticket bookings for Pushpa 2, even the non-national theater chains like Miraj, Rajhans and MovieMax have sold outstanding volumes of tickets for the Allu Arjun starrer. Miraj alone has sold 45,000 tickets for Pushpa 2 (Hindi) on its opening day, aiming a pre-sale record of 50,000 tickets in the North alone.

Allu Arjun's son, Allu Ayaan has penned an adorable letter to his dad, ahead of Pushpa 2's release. The doting father tagged this piece of note as one of his 'biggest achievement by far', as the little one wished him all the best for his film. 

A closer look at Ayaan's letter, it began as a 'note from a proud son' who assured that his 'forever hero' would be a reflection of his father's love and passion in acting.

Sharing the post, Allu Arjun wrote, "Touched by my son ayaan’s love . One of my biggest achievements by far. Lucky to have such love (he is a child so pls pardon some parts of exaggerations)."