The highly anticipated Pushpa 2: The Rule, starring Allu Arjun, is set to storm theaters across the United States on December 4. Fans are eagerly awaiting its North American premiere, speculating on how the movie will fare at the box office compared to recent blockbusters.
Advance projections suggest that Pushpa 2 may fall short of the record-breaking premiere collections set by recent heavyweights. Jr. NTR’s Devara grossed $3.7 million (₹31 crore) on its opening day, with $2.8 million (₹24 crore) from premiere screenings, while Prabhas’ Kalki 2898 AD set a new benchmark with $5.5 million (₹46.6 crore) on Day 1, including $4 million (₹34 crore) from premieres.
Industry insiders, as cited by Great Andhra, estimate that unless there’s a significant surge in last-minute ticket sales, Pushpa 2 is unlikely to surpass these figures. Despite the expectations of fans and Allu Arjun himself, the film may not challenge the records set by Prabhas or Jr. NTR.
However, Pushpa 2 remains a pivotal release for Allu Arjun’s career. His previous best, Ala Vaikunthapurramuloo, grossed $3.6 million in its lifetime at the North American box office. With Pushpa 2, the actor is poised to surpass this milestone within a day or two of release, marking a new personal high.
Meanwhile, in India, the excitement for Pushpa 2 is equally palpable. The film recently became the fastest to sell one million tickets on BookMyShow, highlighting its massive appeal.
As the release date approaches, all eyes are on whether Pushpa 2 will exceed expectations and carve its place among the biggest blockbusters of all time.
