Pushpa 2's Telugu breakeven number has been set at a massive amount. Read to know the shocking pre-release business of the Allu Arjun starrer.
Allu Arjun and Rashmika Mandanna's Pushpa 2: The Rule is set to hit theaters on December 5, 2024, in a grand manner, with anticipation for the film at an all-time high. The makers are leaving no stone unturned to ensure its success and have reportedly sold the rights to Pushpa 2 for an unprecedented amount.
As previously reported by OTTplay, the film needs to gross at least ₹1,000 crore to break even, a massive challenge. We have some exclusive updates for our readers: the Telugu rights have been sold for a record-breaking price, the highest ever for any Telugu film to date.
Mythri Movie Makers, the producers of Pushpa 2, have also ventured into distribution and are releasing the film under their banner. For the film to be profitable, it needs to collect a whopping ₹230 crore in the Telugu states alone, a benchmark that only RRR has surpassed by crossing ₹200 crores so far.
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The film's success hinges on a blockbuster opening at the box office. To build momentum, the makers have organized a special pre-release event in Hyderabad, which will reveal the extent of the film’s craze among fans. In the US, the response has been equally phenomenal, with pre-bookings already grossing $2 million, indicating massive enthusiasm in the international market.
Allu Arjun has high stakes in the film, aiming to make Pushpa 2 one of the biggest Indian hits to date. The Hindi version of the film is also expected to perform exceptionally well, with a projected opening day collection exceeding ₹50 crore. The increased ticket prices are anticipated to contribute significantly to the film’s earnings.
Directed by Sukumar, Pushpa 2 stars Rashmika Mandanna as the female lead, while Fahadh Faasil reprises his role as the main antagonist. Devi Sri Prasad (DSP) has composed the music, which has already added to the film’s buzz. Additionally, the makers are considering holding special advance shows to boost the opening-day collections.
All eyes are on Pushpa 2 as it gears up for a monumental release. It remains to be seen how the film will perform in the coming days. Stay tuned for more updates on this project.
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