‘Pushpa 2’ Dominates Box Office for Over a Month, Crosses ₹1199 Crore Mark While ‘Baby John’ Struggles
Current Performance Overview
On its 31st day of release, ‘Pushpa 2’, starring Allu Arjun and Rashmika Mandanna, continues to demonstrate strong box office performance, collecting ₹5.5 crore on its fifth Saturday. This represents a significant 40% increase from the previous day’s collection of ₹3.75 crore, indicating the film’s sustained appeal even after a month in theaters.
Regional Collection Breakdown
The film’s success has been particularly pronounced in the Hindi market, which contributed ₹4.35 crore to the day’s collection. The Telugu version added ₹1 crore, while Tamil, Kannada, and Malayalam versions contributed smaller amounts. The total domestic collection has reached an impressive ₹1199 crore, with Hindi leading at ₹785 crore, followed by Telugu (₹333.51 crore), Tamil (₹57.98 crore), Malayalam (₹14.15 crore), and Kannada (₹7.71 crore).
Competitive Landscape
‘Pushpa 2’ has maintained its strong performance despite competition from new releases, notably outperforming Varun Dhawan’s Christmas release ‘Baby John’, a remake of the South Indian film ‘Theri’. While ‘Pushpa 2’ continues to earn in crores daily, ‘Baby John’ has struggled to reach even ₹1 crore in daily collections and has yet to cross the ₹40 crore mark since its release.
Weekly Collection Analysis
The film’s collection pattern shows a strong opening week with ₹725.8 crore, followed by a substantial second week at ₹264.8 crore. The third week brought in ₹129.5 crore, and the fourth week added ₹69.65 crore. This gradual decline is typical for major releases, but the film has maintained higher-than-average collections even in its fifth week.
Day-wise Performance Trends
The movie opened with a preview collection of ₹10.65 crore, followed by an extraordinary first-day collection of ₹164.25 crore. The first three days saw fluctuating but strong numbers, with Day 2 at ₹93.8 crore and Day 3 at ₹119.25 crore. The film has consistently shown stronger performance during weekends, with noticeable upticks in collections during these periods throughout its run.
Box Office Trajectory and Future Prospects
The film’s ability to maintain substantial collections even after a month in theaters suggests strong word-of-mouth and repeat viewership. The weekend uptick on its fifth Saturday indicates continued audience interest, and similar or better performance is expected for the upcoming Sunday. This sustained performance has established ‘Pushpa 2’ as one of the highest-grossing Indian films of 2025.
Industry Impact and Significance
The success of ‘Pushpa 2’ demonstrates the growing pan-India appeal of South Indian cinema, particularly evident in its Hindi market performance. The film’s ability to maintain strong collections across multiple languages and regions, while outperforming new releases like ‘Baby John’, highlights the changing dynamics of Indian cinema where content and star power transcend regional boundaries.
The film’s exceptional performance provides valuable insights into evolving audience preferences and the potential for regional cinema to achieve nationwide success when backed by strong content, marketing, and strategic release planning. As it continues its theatrical run, ‘Pushpa 2’ sets new benchmarks for box office performance and cross-cultural appeal in Indian cinema.