Overview
- Distributors announced the Japanese rollout for January 16, launching Pushpa 2 in local theaters as the cast arrived in Tokyo for promotions.
- Allu Arjun, visiting with his family, hosted fan meets where a video of him recognizing a Japanese admirer went viral after the fan broke down in tears.
- The star delivered a signature Pushpa line in Japanese during an event, drawing loud cheers and underscoring efforts to connect with local audiences.
- Rashmika Mandanna shared photos of piles of letters and gifts from Japanese fans, thanked them, and pledged to return after learning more Japanese.
- Box-office tracker Sacnilk reported roughly 886 opening admissions in Japan, and director Sukumar later posted gratitude for Japanese fans’ letters.