Pushpa 2: The Rule, the highly anticipated sequel to Allu Arjun's 2021 hit Pushpa: The Rise, has taken the global box office by storm. Within just four days of its release, the film has grossed over ₹800 crore worldwide, with trade reports suggesting that it will surpass the ₹1,000 crore mark by the end of its first week. This exceptional success comes despite receiving mixed reviews from critics, further demonstrating the film's widespread appeal. Particularly impressive is the film's performance in the Hindi market, where it has created a frenzy, drawing massive crowds and quickly becoming a box office sensation.
The numbers coming in from various regions reflect the massive success of Pushpa 2. Trade analyst Ramesh Bala shared on his X page that the film grossed ₹800 crore globally in its opening weekend alone, a remarkable achievement. In India, the Hindi version has outperformed the Telugu version of the film, setting a new record for Hindi films. On December 8, Pushpa 2 became the first Hindi film to earn over ₹80 crore net on a single day.
According to Sacnilk's tracking website, Pushpa 2 earned ₹141.5 crore nett in India on December 8, with ₹85 crore coming from the Hindi version and ₹44 crore from the Telugu version. Tamil Nadu also contributed significantly with ₹9.5 crore net. The Malayalam and Kannada versions earned ₹1.9 crore and ₹1.1 crore net, respectively, on the same day. With four days of screenings, the total net collection of Pushpa 2 stands at ₹529.45 crore, with the Hindi version accounting for a major share, contributing ₹285.7 crore.
As Pushpa 2 continues to dominate cinemas, fans are already eager for the film's OTT release. While an official streaming date is yet to be announced, sources confirm that the movie will be available on Netflix after completing its theatrical run. The OTT rights for Pushpa 2 have reportedly been sold to Netflix for a staggering ₹270 crore, making it one of the highest-valued Indian films in terms of digital rights.
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