Mumbai/ Chandigarh, 06 December 2024: South superstar Allu Arjun’s much-anticipated film Pushpa 2 has made history by earning ₹175 crore in India on its opening day, surpassing expectations and breaking multiple records. Directed by Sukumar, the three-hour-21-minute action thriller released on December 5 and stars Allu Arjun, Rashmika Mandanna, and Fahadh Faasil in lead roles.
The film’s Hindi version alone raked in ₹67 crore on its first day, eclipsing Shah Rukh Khan’s Jawan. Advance bookings for Pushpa 2 contributed ₹105 crore, although this figure included block seat reservations. The Telugu version also saw paid premieres on Wednesday, earning ₹10.1 crore before the official release.
Having set benchmarks across all five languages, Pushpa 2 has broken opening day records not just for this year but also for top films of previous years. With an unprecedented reception at cinemas, industry experts are now closely watching its weekend collection to see if it continues its historic run.
The film’s release reaffirms Allu Arjun’s pan-India appeal, with Pushpa 2 expected to set new milestones in the Indian film industry.