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Pushpa 2 The Rule vs The Rise: Allu Arjun - the name itself has become synonymous with excellence, charisma, and unparalleled stardom. After the phenomenal success of Pushpa: The Rise, the talented actor has catapulted to the stature of a celebrated pan-Indian superstar. His devoted fan base, which transcends geographical boundaries, eagerly awaits his every move. And the most anticipated film of 2024, Pushpa 2, has been generating immense buzz, with fans and critics alike wondering if Allu Arjun and his director have managed to live up to the towering expectations.

The question on everyone's mind is: Does Pushpa 2 suffer from the dreaded sequel curse or has the team managed to outdo themselves, delivering a cinematic experience that surpasses the original? The stakes are high. With the first installment setting the bar incredibly high, the pressure to deliver a worthy sequel is immense. Will Allu Arjun's charm, coupled with the director's vision, be enough to propel Pushpa 2 to unprecedented heights, or will it falter under the weight of expectation? The answer, much like the film itself, remains to be unraveled. Let us spot differences in Pushpa Part 1 and 2.

Pushpa 2: The Rule Vs Pushpa: The Rise

Action Sequences

Pushpa: The Rise

The film garnered mixed reviews from critics, with praise for the performances, action sequences, cinematography, direction, dialogue, and soundtrack. However, the film's runtime, screenplay, and editing received criticism, preventing it from receiving universally positive reviews.

Pushpa: The Rule

Allu Arjun has once again solidified his position as one of Indian cinema's most reliable stars with his reprisal of the iconic role of Pushpa Raj. His performance in the movie has left audiences mesmerised, with many describing it as a "roaring wildfire" that has captivated their attention. The film's high-octane action sequences, combined with Allu Arjun's charismatic on-screen presence, have rapidly made it a fan favorite.

Sreeleela vs Samantha

Sreeleela had high hopes that the song Kissik from Pushpa 2 would serve as her ticket to a successful entry into Bollywood. However, it appears that fate has not been kind to her, as both the film Pushpa 2 and the song Kissik have received a lukewarm response from audiences, dashing her hopes of a grand Bollywood debut.

According to reports, a significant portion of the audience who have watched Pushpa 2 have expressed disappointment with the special song "Kissik" featuring Sreeleela. The general consensus is that the song has failed to live up to the expectations set by Samantha Ruth Prabhu's iconic "Oo Antava" song, which was a massive hit.

First Day Box Office Collection

Pushpa: The Rise

Including the premieres, the film grossed $850,000 in the United States and obtained a worldwide gross of ₹74 crore on its first day. Pushpa grossed over ₹161 crore worldwide in its opening weekend.

Pushpa: The Rule

According to trade experts, the film will open to over Rs 250 crore gross globally on its release day (inclusive of special shows screened on Wednesday).

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