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Pushpa 2 - The Rule

4 December 2024Telugu3h 45m

What critics are saying

Critical reception for Pushpa 2: The Rule is mixed-to-positive, with the majority of reviewers singling out Allu Arjun's central performance as the film's strongest asset, and several also noting strong work from Fahadh Faasil and Rashmika Mandanna.

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Sukumar DirectorSukumar ScreenplaySukumar StoryVemareddi Thummallapalli ScreenplayDevi Sri Prasad MusicMirosław Kuba Brożek CinematographySam C S Music

As his smuggling empire grows, a brazen Pushpa longs for power and respect on his vengeful journey, while facing old rivals and new.

Critic Consensus

Critical reception for Pushpa 2: The Rule is mixed-to-positive, with the majority of reviewers singling out Allu Arjun's central performance as the film's strongest asset, and several also noting strong work from Fahadh Faasil and Rashmika Mandanna. Higher-scoring reviews highlight the film's scale and emotional depth, while a clear pattern of criticism emerges around the narrative, with multiple critics noting that the story is thin, repetitive of the first film, or loses momentum in its final stretch. The film's considerable runtime and lack of storytelling innovation are the most consistently raised concerns, even among those who found the performances and spectacle engaging.

7 rated reviews · 3 positive · 3 mixed · 1 negative

Praised: Allu Arjun's central performanceCriticised: Weak, repetitive narrative structure

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Critic Reviews (9)

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Simran Singh· DNA India
9.0
Pushpa The Rule: Part Two exceeds expectations and sets high standards for masala entertainers. Allu Arjun should get ready to receive another National Award for Best Actor. Rashmika Mandanna also proved to master in owing the screen.
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Ganesh Aaglave· Firstpost
8.0
Allu Arjun is here to RULE as he delivers a bonafide massy blockbuster with his wild & fiery performance
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Paul Nicodemus· Times Of India
7.0
Pushpa 2: The Rule is a sequel that surpasses its predecessor in scale, storytelling, and emotional depth. Sukumar’s vision, combined with Allu Arjun’s powerhouse performance, layered narrative, breathtaking visuals, and stellar ensemble cast, makes it a cinematic triumph that demands to be experienced on the big screen.
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Pranati A S· Deccan Herald
5.0
Arjun’s portrayal of Pushpa is loud and gaudy. He wears tacky floral shirts, throws sleazy dialogues and walks with one shoulder in the air. However, what sets Pushpa apart from other gangsters in Telugu films is that he does not hide his vulnerabilities
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Anandu Suresh· Indian Express
5.0
Throughout the film, Allu Arjun and Fahadh Faasil constantly strive to outdo each other, delivering outstanding performances without any dip in quality. They shine thanks to stellar performances and electrifying chemistry.
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Janani K.· India Today
5.0
While Allu Arjun's performance is a delight to watch, the story takes a backseat.
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Sajin Shrijith· The Week
4.0
The Allu Arjun-Fahadh Faasil film runs out of ideas and fuel in the final hour, where it takes an exasperating nose dive.
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Not rated
But why do we discuss isolated sequences and performances rather than the narrative as a whole? The answer lies in the film, which simply offers more of the same thing as part one. Had all this been anchored by a solid story, it would have made for a compelling film.
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Neeshita Nyayapati· Hindustan Times
Not rated
There's something about Sukumar's Pushpa 2: The Rule that draws you in. It's not the most innovative commercial film you've seen…it's not the most woke film either. And yet, you can't help but invest yourself in Allu Arjun's Pushpa Raj and his journey for the unending 3-hours-20-minutes as he nurses an ego that was bruised when he was a child.
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Release Date
4 December 2024
Runtime
3h 45m
Language
Telugu

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