The journey of the highly anticipated film has been marked by exciting milestones. The first-look poster, accompanied by an announcement glimpse video, was unveiled on 8 April 2023, delighting fans as it coincided with Allu Arjun’s 41st birthday. A year later, on 8 April 2024, the makers celebrated Arjun’s 42nd birthday by releasing the much-awaited teaser, adding to the growing buzz. The film’s momentum reached a peak on 24 October 2024 with a grand press meet held in Hyderabad. During this star-studded event, the makers revealed the new release date, heightening anticipation among fans and industry insiders alike. With each carefully planned update, the film’s promotional strategy has kept audiences engaged. Fans are now eagerly awaiting its release, confident that it will live up to its spectacular buildup. This cinematic venture, driven by Arjun’s star power, promises to be a memorable addition to his illustrious career.
“A Pan-Indian Spectacle: Multilingual and Multi-Format Release”
The highly anticipated film is set to hit theaters on 5 December 2024, offering an immersive experience in multiple formats, including standard, 3D, IMAX, 4DX, D-Box, and ICE. In addition to its original Telugu version, the film will be dubbed and released in Hindi, Tamil, Kannada, Bengali, and Malayalam, making it a true Pan-Indian spectacle. Notably, it marks the first-ever Pan-Indian film to release in the Bengali language, expanding its reach to a wider audience. Initially slated for a 15 August 2024 release, coinciding with Independence Day, the film’s release was delayed to 6 December 2024 due to pending shooting and post-production work. Subsequently, the date was moved up by a day to 5 December 2024, heightening excitement among fans. However, the 3D version’s release is scheduled for 13 December 2024, ensuring an enhanced experience for viewers. With its multilingual and multi-format release, the film aims to captivate audiences across the nation.
Pushpa 2: Budget, Runtime, and Ticket Prices
Pushpa 2, one of the most expensive films in Indian cinema, has generated immense buzz with its 200.38-minute runtime and UA 16+ certification, allowing unrestricted public viewing with parental guidance for children under 16. Adding to the excitement, ticket prices have reached unprecedented heights in various cities. In Delhi, tickets are priced as high as ₹1,800, while in Mumbai and Bengaluru, they peak at ₹1,600 and ₹1,000, respectively.
Pushpa 2: Advance Booking Smashes Records
In Andhra Pradesh, the government has approved a special ticket price hike for the movie. Allu Arjun, the film’s lead actor, expressed gratitude for this “progressive decision” on social media. The revised pricing applies to premiere shows and the first 13 days of its release. Premiere shows are scheduled for December 4 at 9:30 PM in select theatres across Andhra Pradesh and Telangana, with tickets priced at ₹944 (inclusive of GST) for both single screens and multiplexes. From the official release day, ticket prices will be ₹324.50 for single screens and ₹413 for multiplexes, as reported by India Today. This strategic pricing reflects the massive anticipation surrounding the film.
With just two days left for its First Day First Show (FDFS), Pushpa 2 has already set the box office abuzz with an advance booking collection of over ₹40 crore in the domestic market. By 2 PM on Tuesday, the film had raked in ₹40.06 crore, selling an impressive 13,03,822 tickets across 22,895 shows, according to industry tracker Sacnilk.
The Telugu 2D version led the charge, contributing ₹19.45 crore with 5,58,092 tickets sold across 4,466 shows. The Hindi version followed closely, earning ₹13.44 crore from 4,69,667 tickets across 12,998 shows. Meanwhile, the Malayalam, Tamil, and Kannada versions added ₹1.18 crore, ₹92.70 lakh, and ₹4.84 lakh, respectively.
These staggering pre-release numbers underscore the massive anticipation for Pushpa 2, setting the stage for a record-breaking opening at the box office. Fans nationwide are gearing up to witness Allu Arjun’s much-awaited return in this blockbuster sequel.