The judgment day has arrived. Allu Arjun is set to release Pushpa 2: The Rule in another 12 hours, and the verdict will also follow shortly after. Will he claim the top spot as a leading hero after this film?
The first part of the film worked exceptionally well, right from its poster release to the final theatrical run, creating waves on a pan-India level.
Even prominent figures like Minister Rajnath Singh quoted the famous line, "Pushpa is not a flower but fire," which significantly boosted its popularity. On top of that, the songs became massive hits, shaking the entire nation.
Building on that momentum, the sequel has been crafted without any deviations or distractions in between.
Allu Arjun has invested a great deal of time, energy, and trust in Sukumar, dedicating three years to this project. This commitment shows that he made a calculated and strategic move.
Now the sequel is ready for release. If the film turns out to be a blockbuster that meets or exceeds expectations, it will undoubtedly propel Allu Arjun to the top tier, on par with Prabhas, who currently holds that position.
There will be no looking back, and his upcoming pan-India films will carry even greater value.
However, if the film's outcome turns out otherwise, it could deal a significant blow to his career, implying he would need to work hard to regain his current aura and appeal.
The result of this film will also impact his next collaboration with Trivikram, which is being pitched as another pan-India project.
Whatever the case, the verdict is just 12 hours away. Fingers are crossed, as meeting the high expectations set by this film is no easy task and requires extraordinary content and execution.