Allu Arjun’s much-anticipated sequel, ‘Pushpa 2: The Rule’, has taken the global box office by storm, cementing its place as one of the biggest Indian blockbusters of all time. Directed by Sukumar, the action-packed entertainer has crossed the ₹1,600 crore mark worldwide within just 19 days of its release, making it the third Indian film ever to achieve this feat, after Aamir Khan’s Dangal and Prabhas’ Baahubali 2. With the Christmas holiday around the corner, the film’s box office performance is expected to see another surge.
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Pushpa 2’s Record-Breaking Journey: Day-Wise Global Collections
‘Pushpa 2: The Rule’ opened to massive fanfare and has maintained its momentum at the ticket counters worldwide. The film collected a staggering ₹1,032 crore globally in its first week, setting the tone for its record-breaking run. Here’s a breakdown of its daily collections after the first week:
- Day 8: ₹54.09 crore
- Day 9: ₹49.31 crore
- Day 10: ₹82.56 crore
- Day 11: ₹104.24 crore
- Day 12: ₹45.01 crore
- Day 13: ₹42.63 crore
- Day 14: ₹39.75 crore
- Day 15: ₹28.93 crore
- Day 16: ₹23.07 crore
- Day 17: ₹38.29 crore
- Day 18: ₹46.71 crore
- Day 19: ₹20.35 crore
As of Day 19, the film’s worldwide box office collection stands at ₹1,607.48 crore, according to film trade analyst Manobala Vijayabalan. This milestone firmly places ‘Pushpa 2’ in the elite club of Indian films that have crossed ₹1,600 crore globally.
India Box Office Performance: A Mixed Bag
While the Allu Arjun starrer movie has been a juggernaut globally, its performance at the Indian box office has seen a noticeable dip in daily collections after its phenomenal first week. The film earned ₹725.8 crore in its first week and ₹264.8 crore in its second week, but the third week has been slower. Here’s how it fared in its third weekend:
- Third Friday: ₹14.3 crore
- Third Saturday: ₹24.75 crore
- Third Sunday: ₹32.95 crore
- Third Monday: ₹12.25 crore
With these numbers, the film’s India box office total reached ₹1,074.8 crore by its third Monday. Despite the slowdown, the film remains a massive success domestically, and the upcoming Christmas holiday could give it a much-needed boost.
Christmas Boost Likely for Pushpa 2
The Christmas holiday season is expected to bring a fresh wave of audiences to theaters, especially as Barry Jenkins’ ‘Mufasa: The Lion King’ has underperformed at the box office. The Disney film has struggled to cross ₹50 crore domestically within its first five days, leaving the field wide open for ‘Pushpa 2’ to dominate the holiday weekend.
With no major competition and the festive season in full swing, ‘Pushpa 2’ is likely to see a significant uptick in collections, potentially pushing its worldwide total closer to the ₹1,700 crore mark.
What Makes ‘Pushpa 2’ a Global Phenomenon?
Directed by Sukumar, ‘Pushpa 2: The Rule’ continues the story of Pushpa Raj, a sandalwood smuggler navigating his way through intense rivalries and challenges, particularly with SP Bhanwar Singh Shekhawat. The film’s gripping narrative, high-octane action sequences, and Allu Arjun’s electrifying performance have struck a chord with audiences worldwide.
The film also boasts a stellar ensemble cast, including Rashmika Mandanna, Fahadh Faasil, Jagapathi Babu, Sunil, Rao Ramesh, and Anasuya Bharadwaj, who deliver powerful performances that elevate the film’s appeal.
Pushpa 2’s Place in Indian Cinema History
With its ₹1,600 crore milestone, ‘Pushpa 2’ has joined the ranks of Dangal and Baahubali 2, two of the most iconic films in Indian cinema. This achievement not only highlights the global appeal of Indian films but also cements Allu Arjun’s status as a pan-India superstar.
