Pushpa 2: The Rule Achieves ₹1,500 Crore Milestone Despite Controversies
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As of the latest updates, Allu Arjun's film "Pushpa 2: The Rule" has achieved significant milestones at the worldwide box office despite recent controversies. The film has crossed the ₹1,500 crore mark globally, making it the fastest Indian film to reach this milestone in just 14 days. This remarkable success is attributed to its strong performance in various languages, including Hindi, Telugu, Tamil, Kannada, and Malayalam.In India, "Pushpa 2" has amassed ₹1,063.64 crore in 18 days, with the Hindi version contributing ₹679.65 crore, Telugu version ₹307.8 crore, Tamil version ₹54.05 crore, Kannada version ₹14.04 crore, and Malayalam version ₹7.36 crore. The film's performance has been robust, with a 74% growth on its 17th day, surpassing the collections of "Baahubali 2" to become India's highest-grossing film ever.
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Despite the film's box office triumph, it has been embroiled in controversy. Allu Arjun's house was vandalized by protesters over a stampede incident that occurred during the film's premiere at Sandhya Theatre in Hyderabad, resulting in the death of a woman and the hospitalization of her young son. The actor was arrested on December 13, 2024, and released on interim bail the following day. He has since apologized and offered financial assistance to the victim's family.The controversy has not significantly impacted the film's box office performance, which continues to draw large audiences. The film's worldwide collection stands at approximately ₹1,508 crore gross. The film's makers have also announced that the OTT release will not occur before 56 days, ensuring an extended theatrical run.