Sankranti’s Box-office Biggest Fear: Pushpa 2:The Rule Reloaded

The much-anticipated reloaded version of Pushpa 2: The Rule, starring Allu Arjun, is set to create waves once again. The film’s release has been rescheduled to January 17, 2025, from its earlier planned date of January 11. The delay may be brief, but the excitement among fans and industry insiders is palpable. 

Having already rewritten cinematic history, Pushpa 2: The Rule has firmly established itself as a phenomenon. Released in December 2024, the film shattered records and set new benchmarks in Indian cinema. Not only did it pioneer the exclusive ₹800 Crore club in Hindi, but it also achieved an unprecedented global box office collection of ₹1831 Crore within just 32 days. This staggering achievement has crowned it as the highest-grossing Indian film of all time. 

Directed by the visionary Sukumar and featuring stellar performances from Allu Arjun, Rashmika Mandanna, and Fahadh Faasil, Pushpa 2: The Rule delves deep into the gripping tale of Pushpa Raj. A man stripped of everything, Pushpa’s relentless journey to become the head of an illegal red sandalwood syndicate highlights his unyielding determination and resilience. 

Produced by Mythri Movie Makers in collaboration with Sukumar Writings, with electrifying music by T-Series, the film is part of an ambitious trilogy. Its action-packed narrative, coupled with Allu Arjun’s powerhouse performance, has cemented the movie’s place in cinematic history and heightened expectations for its final chapter. 

With its new release date, Pushpa 2 now looms large over the Sankranti festive season, causing ripples among other releases. The sheer weight of its legacy and the anticipation it has built makes it a formidable contender, ensuring it remains a hot topic of discussion in the entertainment world.