Despite a significant drop in earnings on Day 29, ‘Pushpa 2’ continues its dominance at the box office, outperforming Varun Dhawan’s ‘Baby John’.
January 3, 2025: Allu Arjun and Rashmika Mandanna’s ‘Pushpa 2: The Rule’, directed by Sukumar, continues its impressive box office run despite a significant decline in earnings on Day 29. The film minted ₹5.1 crore on Thursday, bringing its total collection to ₹1,189.85 crore.
Performance Breakdown:
According to Sacnilk.com, the movie earned:
- ₹1.18 Cr from Telugu
- ₹3.75 Cr from Hindi
- ₹0.15 Cr from Tamil
- ₹0.01 Cr from Kannada
- ₹0.01 Cr from Malayalam
In comparison, Varun Dhawan’s ‘Baby John’, co-starring Keerthy Suresh and Wamiqa Gabbi, managed only ₹1 crore on the same day.
Day-Wise Collection Overview:
- Day 0: ₹10.65 Cr
- Day 1: ₹164.25 Cr
- Week 1 Total: ₹725.8 Cr
- Week 2 Total: ₹264.8 Cr
- Week 3 Total: ₹129.5 Cr
- Week 4 Total (so far): ₹69.75 Cr
- Total Collection (29 Days): ₹1,189.85 Cr
Critical Acclaim and Audience Reception:
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The movie has been praised for Sukumar’s direction, with ETimes rating it 3.5/5 stars. The review highlights the film’s blend of social commentary, action, and emotional arcs, making it an engaging experience despite its 3-hour, 20-minute runtime.
Impact on the Box Office:
While the film has seen a dip in collections, it continues to lead against newer releases, cementing its status as one of the highest-grossing films of the year.
With Hindi audiences contributing significantly to the overall collections, ‘Pushpa 2’ remains a box office juggernaut as it approaches the ₹1,200 crore mark globally.
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