Pushpa 2’s Target Quadrupled: ₹800 Cr Target on Cards

Allu Arjun continues to ride the success wave of Pushpa: The Rise. Pushpa 2 Mania, The much-anticipated sequel, Pushpa: The Rule, is grabbing headlines. The teaser itself broke records, and trade reports suggest the film’s theatrical rights have shattered expectations. Bollywood rights sold for a record-breaking ₹200 crore, while Telugu rights fetched ₹120 crore. This puts the movie on track for a potential gross collection of a whopping ₹800 crore.

The makers of the blockbuster movie Pushpa: The Rise are setting their sights high for the sequel. Pushpa 1, which released in December 2021, was a massive commercial success, grossing over ₹300 crores gross and earning the makers a share of over ₹150 crores net. However, Pushpa 2 seems poised to shatter those records.

Industry insiders report that the film’s theatrical rights have already been sold for a staggering sum. The Bollywood rights alone have been acquired for a whopping ₹200 crores, while the Telugu rights have fetched ₹120 crores. This means that even before its release, Pushpa 2 has recovered a significant portion of its production costs and is well on its way to becoming a major financial success.

With these sales, the makers are now aiming for a total gross collection of ₹800 crores, which would translate to a share of around ₹400 crores for the production house. This is a quadrupling of their target from the first film, highlighting the immense faith that distributors have placed in the Pushpa franchise.

Nithiin and Venky Kudumula Reunite for Action-Adventure “Robinhood”

The successful team of Nithiin and director Venky Kudumula, who collaborated on the hit film “Bheeshma,” are gearing up for another exciting project titled “Robinhood.” Backed by Mythri Movie Makers, the production has unveiled a title glimpse and a few posters to pique audience interest.

Nithiin takes on the lead role of a maverick robber who targets the wealthy, stealing money and gold. The film’s narrative remains under wraps, but the title and the makers’ previous work suggest a potentially action-packed and entertaining adventure.

Initially, Rashmika Mandanna was cast as the female lead. However, due to undisclosed reasons, she exited the project. Industry buzz suggests that Raashi Khanna has stepped in to fill the vacancy. This casting choice is particularly noteworthy as Khanna has faced a string of unsuccessful Telugu films recently, and her Hindi venture “Yodha” also underperformed. Her upcoming Tamil horror film “Aranmanai 4” offers a chance to break the streak, and fans are hopeful that “Robinhood” will mark a similar turning point. Notably, Nithiin and Khanna previously co-starred in “Srinivasa Kalyanam,” but the film failed to resonate with audiences.

While initial reports linked actress Sreeleela to the role, the latest news confirms Raashi Khanna’s involvement. The supporting cast boasts familiar names like Vennela Kishore and Rajendra Prasad, adding further weight to the production.

Music for “Robinhood” is composed by the talented GV Prakash Kumar, with Sai Sriram serving as the cinematographer. Prawin Pudi takes on the editing responsibilities. Produced by Naveen Yerneni and Y Ravi Shankar, the film promises to be a high-octane action-adventure with a touch of mystery. With the successful pairing of Nithiin and Venky Kudumula at the helm, “Robinhood” is already generating considerable anticipation among fans.