Allu Arjun's "Pushpa 2" continues its box office reign, nearing the highest-grossing film of 2024 title. Earning ₹726.25 crore in its first week, the sequel surpasses major hits like "Jawan" and "Kalki." Day 9 saw another ₹1.21 crore, bringing the total to ₹727.46 crore, proving it lives up to the hype generated by the first installment.
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