India
Allu Arjun’s much-anticipated Pushpa 2: The Rule has rewritten box office history, earning ₹175.1 crore nett in India on its opening day. According to tracking website Sacnilk. The film, directed by Sukumar, has set a new benchmark for Indian cinema, marking the biggest opening day collection in the country’s film industry. Globally, the movie’s total gross collection has already surpassed ₹200 crore, with robust numbers from overseas markets.
A Record-Breaking Opening
Released on December 5 across more than 10,000 screens worldwide. The film’s paid premieres on December 4 in Andhra Pradesh, Telangana, and Bengaluru contributed ₹10.1 crore to the total opening-day earnings.
- Telugu Version Dominates: The Telugu version accounted for ₹85 crore nett, leading the charge.
- Hindi Version Soars: The Hindi-dubbed version earned ₹67 crore, surpassing Shah Rukh Khan’s Jawan, which had previously held the record with ₹64 crore on Day 1.
- Other Languages Add to the Momentum: The Tamil and Malayalam versions contributed ₹7 crore and ₹5 crore, respectively.
Phenomenal Global Performance
Trade analysts, including Ramesh Bala, have declared Pushpa 2 the “all-time Day 1 opener in India.” The film’s global gross collection has sparked discussions about its potential to surpass RRR‘s Day 1 gross of ₹223 crore.
Box Office Highlights
- Pushpa 2: The Rule is now the highest-grossing Indian film on Day 1, eclipsing records set by Jawan and Baahubali 2: The Conclusion.
- With ₹85 crore nett, the Telugu version posted the highest-ever Day 1 collection for a regional language film.
- The film recorded one of the strongest overseas openings, contributing an estimated ₹25 crore to the total Day 1 gross.
Star-Studded Cast and Special Cameos
Featuring Allu Arjun, Rashmika Mandanna, and Fahadh Faasil in lead roles. The film also boasts an ensemble cast, including Anasuya Bharadwaj, Sunil, and Jagapathi Babu. A special cameo by Sreeleela has added to the excitement, drawing fans to theaters in droves.
Path to Historic Success
The film’s unprecedented success underscores its mass appeal and the charisma of Allu Arjun. With glowing reviews and packed theaters, industry experts predict Pushpa 2: The Rule could break more records in the coming weeks.
This cinematic triumph solidifies Allu Arjun’s status as a global superstar and raises the bar for Indian cinema worldwide. Fans and trade analysts alike are keen to see if Pushpa 2 can achieve the impossible and surpass RRR‘s lifetime collection.
