The much-anticipated sequel, Pushpa 2: The Rule, has cemented its place in cinematic history with its Hindi dubbed version achieving a staggering milestone of ₹700 crores. On its 19th day, the film inaugurated the ₹700 crore club, setting a new benchmark and becoming the highest-grossing Hindi dubbed movie to date. This achievement places it alongside other Bollywood giants in the prestigious club of history-makers.
Breaking into the Elite Clubs
From the ₹100 crore mark inaugurated by Ghajini in 2008 to Pushpa 2’s ₹700 crore feat, Indian cinema has witnessed an incredible evolution in the box office. Here’s a glance at the milestones:
- ₹100 crore: Ghajini (2008)
- ₹200 crore: 3 Idiots (2009)
- ₹300 crore: PK (2014)
- ₹400 crore: Baahubali 2 (2017)
- ₹500 crore: Baahubali 2 (2017)
- ₹600 crore: Stree 2 (2024)
- ₹700 crore: Pushpa 2 (2024)
Week 3: Holding Strong Despite Competition
Despite the stiff competition from Mufasa: The Lion King, Pushpa 2 continues to dominate the box office. The Hindi version’s third-week collections reflect its extraordinary hold:
- Friday: ₹12.50 crore
- Saturday: ₹20.50 crore
- Sunday: ₹27 crore
- Monday: ₹11.75 crore
Total (Hindi version): ₹704.25 crore
Challenges Ahead with ‘Baby John’
As the Varun Dhawan starrer Baby John gears up for a Christmas release, all eyes are on whether Pushpa 2 can maintain its momentum. The festive season and upcoming New Year celebrations could work in the film’s favour, potentially pushing its lifetime collections to unprecedented heights.
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