The excitement for Pushpa 2, starring Allu Arjun, has reached fever pitch as the film gears up for its grand release tomorrow. With record-breaking advance bookings, it is poised to make a massive impact on the box office. Here’s a detailed breakdown of its remarkable day 1 pre-sales performance.
Advance Booking Milestones
As of 10 AM IST, Pushpa 2 has amassed an impressive ₹64.10 crore gross through advance ticket sales across all languages and formats, excluding blocked seats. This includes the sale of over 19.72 lakh tickets, showcasing the film’s unprecedented demand.
Regional Performance
Telangana and Andhra Pradesh:
The Telugu states are leading the charge, contributing around ₹32 crore gross to the overall tally.
Occupancy rates have soared: 70% in Telangana and 55% in Andhra Pradesh.
Hyderabad stands out as the top-performing city with pre-sales nearing ₹15 crore.
Karnataka and Maharashtra:
Both states are showing strong momentum, with day 1 advance bookings crossing ₹5 crore each.
National Ranking
With ₹64.10 crore gross in pre-sales, Pushpa 2 has achieved the third-highest day 1 advance booking in Indian box office history. It has surpassed:
RRR (₹59 crore)
Kalki 2898 AD (₹55.30 crore)
However, it falls short of the top two:
1. KGF Chapter 2 (₹80.50 crore)
2. Baahubali 2: The Conclusion (₹80 crore)
Language & Format Insights
Despite the postponement of the 3D release, the impact is negligible, as the bulk of the sales come from regular formats. The price hikes in some regions have also bolstered the film’s pre-sales numbers.
What to Expect on Release Day
The current tally of ₹64.10 crore is expected to cross ₹70 crore gross by the final update, solidifying Pushpa 2 as one of the biggest Indian releases ever. It has already outperformed some monumental blockbusters and is set to captivate audiences nationwide with Allu Arjun’s magnetic presence.
Get ready for an explosive cinematic experience tomorrow, as Pushpa 2 storms theaters with unparalleled fanfare!
