Pushpa 2: The Rule, starring Allu Arjun and Rashmika Mandanna, continues its remarkable run at the box office, crossing the ₹900 crore milestone on its fifth day of release. Directed by Sukumar, the sequel has captivated audiences globally, setting new benchmarks in Indian cinema.
On Monday, the film faced its first major test after an extraordinary opening weekend. Despite a 55% drop in collections, Pushpa 2 minted ₹64.1 crore domestically, bringing its net domestic collection to ₹593.1 crore, according to reports from Sacnilk.
Breaking down the domestic earnings:
Hindi version: ₹331.7 crore
Telugu version: ₹211.7 crore
Tamil version: ₹34.45 crore
Malayalam version: ₹11.2 crore
Kannada version: ₹4.05 crore
The film’s global collection had already reached ₹829 crore by Day 4, and with the Day 5 figures, it has now crossed ₹900 crore worldwide.
Pushpa 2 registered a 38.33% occupancy rate for its Telugu shows and an impressive 40.11% occupancy for its Hindi shows on Day 5. This highlights the film’s universal appeal, with the Hindi version outperforming even the Telugu original in terms of earnings.
In just five days, Pushpa 2 has outpaced the lifetime worldwide collections of Stree 2 (₹874.58 crore). It is now in close competition with Kalki 2898 AD, the highest-grossing Indian film of 2024, which earned ₹494.5 crore in its first week. Pushpa 2 reached the ₹500 crore milestone in India within four days, a feat unmatched by any Indian film this year.
Given its current trajectory, Pushpa 2 is expected to enter the ₹1000 crore club within a week, solidifying its place as one of the biggest blockbusters in Indian cinema history.
Weekend Highlights and Day-wise Breakdown
Day 1 (Thursday): ₹174.90 crore (including previews)
Day 2 (Friday): ₹93.8 crore
Day 3 (Saturday): ₹119.25 crore
Day 4 (Sunday): ₹141.05 crore
Day 5 (Monday): ₹64.1 crore
With Allu Arjun’s powerful performance, gripping storyline, and Sukumar’s direction, Pushpa 2 has resonated with fans and critics alike. The film’s strong performances in regional and Hindi markets underline its pan-India success.
As Pushpa 2 continues to dominate the box office, it not only celebrates the triumph of Indian cinema but also sets a high bar for future releases. Fans are eagerly watching to see how quickly the film reaches the ₹1000 crore milestone.
