Mon Dec 09 17:10:00 UTC 2024: ## Pushpa 2 Shatters Box Office Records, Becomes Global Phenomenon
**Hyderabad, India –** Allu Arjun’s highly anticipated action thriller, *Pushpa: The Rule*, has taken the global box office by storm, earning a staggering $92.5 million in its extended opening weekend (December 5-8). This impressive feat surpasses major Hollywood releases like *Wicked* and *Gladiator II*, securing the film the second highest-grossing spot worldwide for the period, trailing only *Moana 2*.
The Telugu-language film’s success extends beyond international borders. Domestically, *Pushpa 2* has already raked in ₹529.5 crore (approximately $64 million USD) in just four days. This phenomenal performance makes it the third highest-grossing Indian film of 2024 globally, following *Kalki 2898 AD* and *Stree 2*.
The sequel, which sees Allu Arjun reprise his role as Pushpa Raj alongside Rashmika Mandanna and Fahadh Faasil, has clearly resonated with audiences worldwide. The original *Pushpa: The Rise* earned Allu Arjun a National Award for Best Actor, a first for a Telugu actor. Plans are already underway for a third installment, *Pushpa: The Rampage*. The film’s continued success promises to solidify its place as a landmark achievement in Indian cinema.
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