The much-awaited Pushpa 2: The Rule has stormed into theaters with a historic Day 1 box office collection, breaking all previous records for an Indian film. Directed by Sukumar and starring Allu Arjun and Rashmika Mandanna, the film has redefined box office benchmarks with its massive domestic and global earnings.
Day 1 Box Office Performance
- Domestic Collections: On its opening day, Pushpa 2 earned an estimated ₹158–₹162 crore across India, making it the highest single-day collection for any Indian film, overtaking RRR’s ₹134 crore opening day
- Global Earnings: Including international markets, the film’s Day 1 collection is projected to reach ₹250–₹275 crore, solidifying its status as a global blockbuster
Advance Bookings: A Record in Itself
The pre-release hype translated into remarkable advance ticket sales, with over 2 million tickets sold and ₹100 crore collected globally from pre-sales alone
Why Pushpa 2 Is a Phenomenon
- Pan-Indian Appeal: The movie’s multilingual release in Telugu, Hindi, Tamil, Kannada, and Malayalam ensured its wide reach.
Global Impact
The film performed exceptionally well internationally, with robust earnings in regions like the US, UAE, and Australia. This pan-global success reflects the rising influence of Indian regional films on the world stage
Setting New Benchmarks
The incredible success of Pushpa 2 marks a shift in Indian cinema dynamics, where regional films continue to outshine Bollywood’s biggest productions. With a strong start, the film is expected to dominate the weekend and further solidify its legacy.