The much-awaited Allu Arjun starrer Pushpa 2: The Rule is creating waves at the Hindi box office. It may be an action-packed regional film, but its popularity is increasing day by day among the Hindi audiences. The movie has performed exceptionally well. Within two days, the movie collected more than what its predecessor, Pushpa: The Rise, had collected throughout its lifetime. Here is the detailed breakdown of second-day collections, comparisons, and its position amongst the all-time highest-grossing films in Hindi in the year 2024.
Box Office Collection of Day 2: Truly Outstanding!!
On Friday, December 6, the second day, Pushpa 2 dominated the box office, collecting around ₹58–₹60 crore. Compared to the opening day, there is a small decline of about 16%, yet it’s a great score for a Hindi release of a South Indian film.
- Two Days Total Collection:
The Hindi version itself has minted a whopping₹130 crore in the first two days! To put that into perspective, this is₹25 crore more than the lifetime collection of Pushpa: The Rise in Hindi, which was at ₹105 crore. - Occupancy Stats:
The film maintained a strong 46.39% occupancy in Hindi-speaking states on its second day. Evening shows in Hyderabad and other Telugu-speaking states were even more occupied, between 75–78%, as the film seemed to pull strongly across all audiences.
Pushpa vs. Pushpa 2: A Record-Breaking Comparison
The phenomenal response to Pushpa 2 in Hindi is testimony to the fantastic hype and expectations built over the years. Pushpa: The Rise had gained cult status with its catchy songs, iconic dialogues, and Allu Arjun’s charismatic performance, which prepared the ground for the much-awaited sequel. However, the sequel has gone one step ahead of expectations:
- Lifetime Collections (Hindi): Pushpa: The Rise (2021): ₹105 crore
- Pushpa 2: The Rule (2024): ₹130 crore in 2 days!
- Expanding the Franchise:
Through its Hindi dub, Pushpa turned out to be a cultural phenomenon that made Allu Arjun a household name in all of India. That is the basis for the humongous opening of Pushpa 2.
Rising the Ladder: Top 10 Hindi Grossers of 2024
Within just two days, Pushpa 2 has not only found a place in the *Top 10 highest-grossing Hindi films of 2024 list but has also pushed Yami Gautam’s Article 370 movie, which had collected an all-time amount of ₹84 crore, out the list. The sequel is running quite well and might touch new heights in the coming days.
Here is the updated Top 10 highest-grossing Hindi films of 2024 list:
- Stree 2: ₹627.50 crore
- Kalki 2898 AD – ₹295 crore
- Bhool Bhulaiyaa 3: ₹281.20 crore
- Singham Again: ₹274.50 crore
- Fighter: ₹215 crore
- Shaitaan: ₹151 crore
- Pushpa 2 (Hindi): ₹130 crore* (in 2 days, estimated)
- Munjya: ₹108 crore
- Crew: ₹90 crore
- Teri Baaton Mein Aisa Uljha Jiya: ₹87 crore
(Note: Pushpa’s collection is based on early trends and may vary as official numbers come in.)
What’s Powering Pushpa 2’s Popularity?
- Allu Arjun’s Magnetic Appeal: Allu Arjun as Pushpa Raj has gone directly into the hearts of audiences. His swag, individualistic dialogue, and full-fledged action made him a pan-India star.
- Hindi Masses Are Great Fans: It was this kind of love for Pushpa: The Rise that actually set up a strong base for the sequel. Tracks like Srivalli and dialogues like Jhukega nahi“ turned into a mass phenomenon in Hindi, keeping the Hindi audience very impatient for the sequel.
- More Action and Drama Sequel: The action sequences, engaging story, and energetic performances will ensure that audiences get hooked with the sequel.
- Phenomenal Pre-Release Hype:
From trailers to promotional campaigns, there was nothing matchable to the hype around Pushpa 2. The massive curiosity generated translated to huge box office numbers.
This is the first time something of this sort has happened for Pushpa 2. Videos are trending on social media platforms as fans dance to the songs of the movie, cheering in packed theaters, and mimicking Allu Arjun’s iconic gestures. Such fan frenzy is contributing to repeat viewership and, in turn, enhancing collections for the film.
What Lies Ahead for Pushpa 2?
With a solid two-day aggregate and excellent word-of-mouth, Pushpa 2 is all set to create history. Analysts believe that the film would have comfortably crossed the ₹200 crore mark on the opening weekend for the Hindi version.
Mere Last Words: Changer for Indian Cinema
Pushpa 2 is a sequel but changed what South Indian cinema could possibly be in the Hindi market. Allu Arjun’s showman performance with a solid storyline and fandom is enough that makes this film go one after another.
As Pushpa 2 climbs the charts and breaks more records, it stands as a testament to growing acceptance and affection for regional cinema across India. Stay watching this space for more updates on its incredible journey!
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