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‘Pushpa 2: The Rule’ Review: An Ambitious and Extravagant Action Sequel Delivers Too Much of a Good Thing

The Hollywood Reporter
Story by Angie HanDecember 12, 2024 • 12:07 AM
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The larger-than-life Pushpa returns in an extravagant sequel that packs too much action, drama, and ambition into a bloated runtime.
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  • Lead actor Allu Arjun delivers an unforgettable performance, seamlessly transitioning from brutal violence to emotional vulnerability while sporting saris and jewelry.
  • The cat-and-mouse game between Pushpa and the unhinged cop Bhanwar Singh Shekhawat (played by Fahadh Faasil) is a highlight, but the repetitive nature of their encounters eventually becomes a weakness.
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Allu Arjun, Fahadh Faasil, Rashmika Mandanna, Marvel, Pushpa 2: The Rule, Pushpa: The Rise, Kumbalangi Nights
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