A government school teacher in Hyderabad claims Pushpa 2 has led to students adopting unruly behavior and skipping school.
February 24, 2025: The Pushpa craze refuses to die down, but not everyone is celebrating it. While Allu Arjun’s portrayal of Pushpa Raj in Pushpa: The Rise (2021) and Pushpa 2: The Rule (2024) has made him a global sensation, a government school teacher from Yousufguda, Hyderabad has raised a red flag over its impact on schoolchildren.
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Pushpa 2: ‘Spoiling’ Kids?
During a recent meeting with the Education Commission, school teachers and headmasters expressed concerns about the increasing influence of films on students. A headmistress from Yousufguda particularly called out Pushpa 2, stating that it has turned students into “spoiled brats.”
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According to a report by Glute and Free Press Journal, the teacher claimed that:
- Students are skipping school more frequently.
- Their behavior has worsened, picking up aggressive tendencies and foul language.
- Hairstyles inspired by Pushpa have become a trend, making discipline harder.
- Even parents are indifferent, showing little concern about their children’s habits.
“They don’t behave well and pick up bad language from their streets and homes. Especially, their hairstyle is very odd, and when we try to tell them to change it, they pay no ear to us,” she reportedly said.
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The Unstoppable Pushpa Craze
Since its release, the Pushpa franchise has achieved phenomenal success:
- Pushpa 2: The Rule shattered box-office records, crossing ₹1,871 crore globally.
- Allu Arjun’s mannerisms, dialogues, and dance moves became pop culture phenomena.
- The actor gained global recognition, with fans imitating his iconic swag, walk, and dialogue delivery.
What’s Next for Pushpa?
With Pushpa 2 still riding high on success, fans are eagerly waiting for Pushpa 3: The Rampage. Reports suggest that Allu Arjun will first complete another pan-India film before returning to the franchise.
While the Pushpa fever is undeniable, this latest controversy raises an important debate: Are movies influencing young minds more than they should? Or is it just another example of pop culture’s impact on society?
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