Allu Arjun’s highly anticipated film, Pushpa 2, has made an unprecedented impact on the global box office. With a massive Rs. 595 crore earned from the Indian market and a total global opening of Rs. 754 crore, the movie has already shattered records and set new benchmarks for Indian cinema. The film’s success is even more impressive when compared to the four-day sum of Rs. 622 crore earned by Baahubali 2.
Domestic Box Office Success: Rs. 595 Crore in India
Pushpa 2 saw an extraordinary response at the Indian box office, where it earned a staggering Rs. 595 crore in its opening. The film’s strong domestic performance contributed to its remarkable global earnings, which reached a total of Rs. 754 crore. This success not only solidified Allu Arjun’s star power but also showcased the immense appeal of Pushpa 2 among Indian audiences.
Global Box Office Milestone: Surpassing Baahubali 2’s 4-Day Record
On the global stage, Pushpa 2 has made waves with a phenomenal worldwide opening of Rs. 754 crore. This figure surpasses the four-day collection of Rs. 622 crore achieved by Baahubali 2, making Pushpa 2 one of the highest-grossing Indian films in its opening phase. This historic achievement further emphasizes the growing global recognition of Indian cinema and Allu Arjun’s international popularity.
Overseas Opening: Pushpa 2 Earns USD 18.80 Million
The film’s success wasn’t limited to India alone. In its overseas markets, Pushpa 2 raked in USD 18.80 million (approximately Rs. 159 crore) during its four-day opening, including previews. This impressive figure makes Pushpa 2 the fourth-largest debut for an Indian film internationally, following the global hits Pathaan, Baahubali 2, and Jawan.
Language Breakdown: Telugu, Hindi, and Other Markets
The movie’s performance was impressive across multiple languages, with the breakdown of earnings as follows:
- Telugu Version: USD 9 million
- Hindi Version: USD 8.50 million
- Other Languages: USD 2.30 million
The Telugu version was the biggest contributor to the overall box office collection. However, the film did face some challenges in the United States, where the Telugu version underperformed. Despite this, the film’s Hindi version performed considerably better, doubling the earnings of the Telugu version in several markets.
Regional Performance: Telugu Version Underperforms in North America
Although Pushpa 2 had a stellar performance globally, the Telugu version struggled in the North American market. It earned USD 5.80 million in the United States, which was significantly lower than expected, especially when compared to films like Kalki 2898 AD, which earned USD 8.30 million. However, the Hindi version performed much better, grossing USD 2 million, which was double the amount Kalki 2898 AD earned in the same region.
Strong Regional Showings: Australia, Nepal, Middle East, and More
Aside from the Telugu version’s underperformance in North America, Pushpa 2 had a strong regional showing worldwide:
- Australia: The film recorded the second-biggest four-day opening for an Indian film, though it missed the top spot due to limited showcases for the Hindi version.
- Nepal: Pushpa 2 had the biggest opening for an Indian film in the country.
- Middle East: The movie garnered nearly USD 4 million in the region, showing great potential for Indian films in international markets.
- United Kingdom: The film crossed the GBP 1 million mark in its opening weekend.
- Other South Asian Markets: Pushpa 2 also performed well in Tamil-speaking markets like Malaysia, Singapore, and Sri Lanka, adding to its global appeal.
Conclusion: A Phenomenal Success Despite Regional Setbacks
All in all, Pushpa 2 has proven to be an immense success at the global box office. While the Telugu version faced setbacks in North America, the film’s remarkable performance in other regions and its record-breaking earnings make it one of the biggest Indian film debuts of all time. With its stellar domestic earnings and international appeal, Pushpa 2 continues to dominate worldwide cinemas, proving the global reach of Indian cinema.
