Allu Arjun Thanks Pawan Kalyan at "Pushpa 2: The Rule" Blockbuster Press Meet
Icon Star Allu Arjun expressed his gratitude to Andhra Pradesh Deputy Chief Minister Pawan Kalyan at the blockbuster press meet for "Pushpa 2: The Rule." The film, directed by Sukumar and starring Allu Arjun and Rashmika Mandanna, has shattered box office records, grossing a phenomenal ₹294 crore worldwide on its opening day.
The press meet saw the film's team, including producers Naveen Yerneni and Ravi Shankar, director Sukumar, and Allu Arjun, address the media and express their gratitude for the overwhelming response to the film.
Producers Thank the Audience and Governments
Producer Naveen Yerneni thanked the Telugu audience for their support and highlighted the film's achievement as the fastest to gross ₹500 crore. Producer Ravi Shankar also expressed his gratitude and thanked the Telangana and Andhra Pradesh governments for their support.
Sukumar Acknowledges his Team
Director Sukumar thanked the audience and acknowledged the contributions of his team, including assistant directors, writers, and technicians. He highlighted the dedication and hard work of each member, emphasizing that the film's success was a collective effort.
Allu Arjun Expresses Gratitude
Allu Arjun thanked the audience, the film crew, and the governments of Telangana, Andhra Pradesh, Bihar, Tamil Nadu, and Kerala for their support. He specifically thanked Pawan Kalyan, referring to him as "babai" (uncle), acknowledging his contribution to the film's success.
Addressing the Sandhya Theater Incident
Allu Arjun also addressed the unfortunate incident at Sandhya Theater in Hyderabad, where a fan tragically lost his life during the film's release. He expressed his condolences to the family and announced a financial assistance of ₹25 lakhs. He assured that he would personally meet the family after the situation stabilizes.
Key Highlights:
- Record-breaking success: "Pushpa 2" achieved the highest single-day box office collection in Indian cinema history.
- Gratitude to Pawan Kalyan: Allu Arjun specifically thanked Pawan Kalyan for his support.
- Teamwork acknowledged: Sukumar highlighted the contributions of his entire team.
- Condolences and support: Allu Arjun addressed the Sandhya Theater incident and offered condolences and financial assistance to the affected family.
The press meet celebrated the phenomenal success of "Pushpa 2" while acknowledging the contributions of everyone involved. Allu Arjun's heartfelt gratitude to Pawan Kalyan and his address of the unfortunate incident further emphasized the film's impact and its connection to the audience.
