Amid controversies and legal battles Pushpa 2 starring Allu Arjun continues to shatter records at the box office. However, the film’s director, Sukumar, has left fans and the industry stunned with his recent statement.During a pre-release event for Ram Charan’s latest movie, Game Changer, held in Hyderabad, Sukumar was one of the chief guests. When asked what he would want to step away from, Sukumar, without hesitation, answered, “Cinema.”
His response shocked everyone, including actor Ram Charan, who was seated next to him. Taking the mic, Ram Charan urged Sukumar, “That will never happen. You should never leave cinema.” The incident’s video has since gone viral, leaving many fans and industry members in disbelief. Responses have poured in, with fans urging Sukumar not to quit before making Pushpa 3. “Telugu cinema will never forget you; you’re here to create masterpieces,” read one comment.
Sukumar’s remark comes at a time when Pushpa 2: The Rule is dominating box office collections worldwide. Released on December 5, the action thriller has already grossed ₹1,200 crore globally, becoming the highest-grossing Indian film of the year. However, the film has also been surrounded by controversy.During the premiere of Pushpa 2 at the Sandhya Theatre in Hyderabad on December 4, an unexpected stampede led to the tragic death of a woman and left her nine-year-old son critically injured. Following this incident, actor Allu Arjun was arrested on December 13 in connection with the case. He was placed in judicial custody for 14 days before being granted interim bail for four weeks.
Sukumar’s candid revelation has added another layer of intrigue to the ongoing developments surrounding the Pushpa franchise and its future. Fans now await clarity on whether Pushpa 3 will go ahead as planned.
