Pushpa 2: The Rule starring Allu Arjun and Rashmika Mandanna, made a thunderous entry into theaters on December 5, 2024. The pan-India blockbuster had an extraordinary opening of ₹164.25 crore. Over the weeks, the film sustained its momentum, but as it enters its 45th day in theaters, its box office dominance is gradually giving way to new releases such as “Emergency,” “Game Changer,” and “Azaad.
Weekend Box Office Update
According to Sacnilk, the Saturday collection figures show:
- Pushpa 2: ₹1.10 crore (early estimates).
- Emergency (starring Kangana Ranaut): ₹3.50 crore.
- Game Changer (featuring Ram Charan): ₹2.65 crore.
- Azaad (starring Rasha Thandani and Aman Devgan): ₹1.50 crore.
Despite a dip in daily collections, the total earnings for “Pushpa 2” now stand at an impressive ₹1,226.75 crore.
Weekly Box Office Collections for Pushpa 2
Here is a breakdown of the weekly earnings:
- Week 1: ₹725.8 crore
- Week 2: ₹264.8 crore
- Week 3: ₹129.5 crore
- Week 4: ₹69.65 crore
- Week 5: ₹25.25 crore
- Week 6: ₹9.7 crore
- Day 43 (7th Friday): ₹0.95 crore
- Day 44 (7th Saturday): ₹1.10 crore (early estimates)
Total Collection: ₹1,226.75 crore
Critical Reception
The film received rave reviews upon release. ETimes rated the movie 3.5 stars, praising director Sukumar for blending a mass entertainer with meaningful social commentary. The review highlighted the engaging mix of action, emotion, and high-octane sequences despite its lengthy 3-hour, 20-minute runtime.
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Competition at the Box Office
The following films have recently made waves at the box office:
- Emergency: A political drama led by Kangana Ranaut.
- Game Changer: Featuring Ram Charan, known for its grand visuals.
- Azaad: A patriotic action film starring newcomers Rasha Thandani and Aman Devgan.
Each film has captured audience attention, contributing to the slowdown of “Pushpa 2” in its 7th week.
