Overview
- Pushpa 2: The Rule opened in Japan on January 16, with Allu Arjun and Rashmika Mandanna traveling to Tokyo for on‑site promotions.
- A widely shared video shows Allu Arjun recognizing a Japanese fan at a meet‑and‑greet and shaking her hand, after which she broke down in tears.
- At a screening, Allu Arjun delivered a signature Pushpa line in Japanese to loud cheers, with Rashmika joining him onstage to thank attendees.
- Rashmika posted that she brought home numerous letters and gifts from Japanese fans and pledged to return for a longer visit after learning more Japanese.
- Despite a global gross reported at ₹1,871 crore, the film’s Japan opening day registered about 886 admissions, according to Sacnilk.