Sukumar's Pushpa 2: The Rule is all set to get a reloaded version with 20 minutes of additional footage starting January 17. The film, which stars Allu Arjun, Rashmika Mandanna, and Fahadh Faasil, will provide more context to the story and answer some of the questions that were left unanswered in the original version. To celebrate Sukumar's 55th birthday on January 11, a glimpse of Pushpa 2: The Rule Reloaded was released, showcasing unseen footage of Allu Arjun as Pushpa Raj and Fahadh Faasil as Bhanwar Singh Shekawat.
The short teaser also provides context to the opening fight sequence in Pushpa 2: The Rule and delves deeper into the scenes set in Japan that were missing from the original film. One shot sees Allu Arjun in a kimono, banging his hand on the table, while another shot goes back to the film's opening sequence that many debated was a promotion or a dream. The reloaded version promises to be worth the wait with whistle-worthy moments, according to the film's team.
Pushpa 2: The Rule released in theaters on December 5 and collected over ₹1831 crore worldwide in 32 days. The film features an ensemble cast, including Rashmika Mandanna, Jagapathi Babu, Jagadeesh Prathap Bandari, Dhananjaya, Rao Ramesh, Sunil, Anasuya Bharadwaj, and Ajay. The reloaded version was initially supposed to hit screens on January 11 but was postponed due to technical difficulties. With the additional footage, fans can expect a more fleshed-out story and answers to some of the questions that were left unanswered in the original version.
The Pushpa franchise has been in production for a long time, with the first film, Pushpa: The Rise, going on floors in 2019 and the sequel, Pushpa 2: The Rule, going on floors in 2022. With the reloaded version of Pushpa 2: The Rule, Sukumar promises to deliver a more comprehensive story that will provide fans with a more satisfying viewing experience.