Following the tremendous success of “Pushpa: The Rise,” Allu Arjun and Sukumar are now focused on replicating the blockbuster triumph with “Pushpa 2.” There are high expectations that the sequel will match the standards set by SS Rajamouli’s “RRR.” Rashmika Mandanna has been teasing fans with exciting details about the upcoming action drama.
“Pushpa: The Rise” premiered in theaters on December 17, 2021, garnering an overwhelming response at the box office. It amassed 267.55 crores in India and a staggering 350 crores worldwide. Fans are eagerly anticipating the sequel, which will see the return of Allu Arjun as Pushpa Raj.
In a recent conversation with Pinkvilla, Rashmika Mandanna provided a tantalizing update on “Pushpa 2,” assuring fans that it will be a massive production. She revealed, “One thing I am going to promise is that it’s going to be massive. We are halfway through. We were just shooting a massive song sequence, and when I will go back, I will be shooting another song.”
Additionally, the makers of “Pushpa 2” have unique strategies in mind to achieve substantial box office figures. Rashmika Mandanna mentioned, “We might release Pushpa 2 in Japan on the same day of the release. We are having those conversations.” Rashmika also hinted at the sequel having a lot more “masala,” promising increased drama and conflicts for the characters. The film is expected to be a homecoming for Rashmika, who shares a close bond with the “Pushpa 2: The Rule” cast.
As per recent reports, “Pushpa 2” has been crafted with an estimated budget of approximately 500 crores, significantly surpassing its initial budget of 350 crores due to multiple reshoots. The film is set to compete against major releases such as “RRR,” “Adipurush,” and “Kalki 2898 AD.” Its scheduled release date is August 15, 2024, although potential delays due to production issues have not been confirmed. The sequel to “Pushpa: The Rise” is highly anticipated, and fans are eager to witness its impact on the box office, especially following the success of its predecessor.