Pushpa 2 Breaks Records on Day 1: Biggest Indian Box Office Opener Ever
A Monumental Opening for Pushpa 2: Pushpa 2: The Rule, starring Allu Arjun and Rashmika Mandanna, has set the Indian box office ablaze, emerging as the biggest opener in Indian cinema history. Directed by Sukumar and produced by Mythri Movie Makers and Muttamsetty Media, the film garnered a record-breaking ₹175.1 crore nett on its first day. This massive opening eclipsed the previous record set by SS Rajamouli’s RRR, which earned ₹133 crore on its opening day.
Phenomenal Day 1 Earnings
The film’s success was largely driven by its Telugu version, which contributed a significant ₹95.1 crore. The Hindi version followed with an impressive ₹67 crore, further cementing its pan-Indian appeal. Other regional contributions included ₹7 crore from the Tamil version, ₹5 crore from Malayalam, and ₹1 crore from Kannada.
The Telugu version witnessed extraordinary audience engagement, with an average occupancy of 82.66% throughout the day, peaking at 90.19% during the night shows. The Hindi version also garnered massive attention, becoming the second-highest contributor to the film’s opening day collections.
Surpassing RRR
With its phenomenal opening, Pushpa 2 has dethroned RRR as the biggest Indian opener of all time. The sequel has already positioned itself as a historic achievement in Indian cinema, and early estimates suggest it could surpass ₹250 crore by the weekend. The film’s electrifying narrative and star-studded cast have created a buzz that shows no signs of slowing down.
A Gripping Sequel to Pushpa’s Saga
Continuing the story of red sandalwood smuggling, Pushpa 2: The Rule picks up where its predecessor, Pushpa: The Rise (2021), left off. Allu Arjun reprises his iconic role as Pushpa Raj, joined by Rashmika Mandanna as Srivalli and Fahadh Faasil as Bhanwar Singh Shekawat. The film also features powerhouse performances by actors such as Jagapathi Babu, Dhananjaya, Rao Ramesh, Sunil, and Anasuya Bharadwaj.
Directed by Sukumar, the sequel dives deeper into the gripping world of power struggles, loyalty, and rebellion, delivering a cinematic spectacle that has captivated audiences across the nation.
With momentum building, Pushpa 2 is poised to dominate the box office in the coming weeks. Its pan-Indian appeal, coupled with Allu Arjun’s powerful performance, has set the stage for a record-breaking run. As fans eagerly flock to theaters, industry analysts predict that the film will continue to shatter records and redefine the benchmarks for Indian cinema.
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