Pushpa 2 has sparked significant buzz among fans since its first poster revealed “Icon Star” Allu Arjun’s completely different look. It is scheduled to hit theaters on August 15, 2024, coinciding with India’s Independence Day. To further elevate the anticipation, Allu Arjun recently dropped a hint about the third installment of the Pushpa franchise.
Released in 2021, Pushpa is an action-packed drama penned and directed by Sukumar. Alongside Allu Arjun, it features Rashmika Mandanna, Fahadh Faasil, Jagadeesh Prathap Bandari, and Sunil in prominent roles. With a budget of around $24-$30 million, Mythri Movie Makers and Muttamsetty Media took charge of production. As per the trade website Sacnilk, it has minted approximately $32.2 million in India’s net collection. Meanwhile, India’s gross collection stands out with a collection of $37.8 million, taking over its overall worldwide collection to $42.2 million.
When will Allu Arjun & Rashmika’s Pushpa 3 come out?
While Pushpa 2 is yet to grace the theaters, the Icon Star has made a significant statement regarding its third installment. Recently, Allu Arjun attended the Berlin Film Festival 2024, where he confirmed the extension of the Pushpa franchise after its first sequel. He said, “All the focus right now is only on Pushpa 2, and you know, we have deadlines, and we’re going to finish up, and we’re going to release this August 15th. And, once I think towards the end of the film, you know, we will know how it’s going, and I think it’s leading to Pushpa 3 as well. The way it’s coming out, I’m feeling it, maybe not immediately, but you know, eventually.” You can also check out a glimpse of the interview here.
Meanwhile, the official announcement about Pushpa 3 is anticipated to come soon.
In addition to this, Rashmika Mandanna, the female lead of the same franchise, attended the Crunchyroll Anime Awards in Tokyo. She also hinted at the simultaneous release of Pushpa 2 in Japan with its original release date. From time to time, makers and stars are dropping hints to generate excitement among the audience. Now, it has to be seen how people will react when Pushpa 2 arrives in theaters.
