Pan-India's New Thalaiva:How Bunny Dethroned Baahubali and NTR

Allu Arjun has emerged as the biggest pan-India star in Telugu cinema. The upcoming film Pushpa 2 is breaking records left and right in advance business deals. Its success solidifies Arjun's dominance over other leading Telugu actors like Prabhas, Jr NTR, and Ram Charan.

Pushpa 2 has shattered records by securing a mammoth Rs 200 crore deal for its Hindi theatrical rights. Prabhas' Kalki 2898 AD managed Rs 100 crore, while Ram Charan's Game Changer and NTR Jr.'s Devara trailed at Rs 75 crore and Rs 50 crore, respectively.

Streaming giant Netflix has further fueled Arjun's ascent by acquiring the digital rights for Pushpa 2 for a record Rs 275 crore. This massive deal surpasses the previous best of Rs 170 crore for RRR.

Arjun's meteoric rise to pan-India stardom was solidified by the phenomenal success of Pushpa: The Rise in 2021. Allu Arjun delivered a terrific performance as Pushpa, effortlessly nailing the Chittoor Telugu accent and bringing authenticity to the character. His swagger and control over the role made him stand out as a true embodiment of the iconic character. Unlike his contemporaries, Prabhas and NTR, who rode the wave of SS Rajamouli's magnum opuses, Arjun carved his path to glory on his terms. 

While the sequel factor undoubtedly contributes to the sky-high deals for Pushpa 2, the staggering numbers also underscore Bunny's unprecedented popularity across the country. His ability to captivate audiences from diverse backgrounds has propelled him to the forefront of pan-India stardom, surpassing even the established icons like Prabhas and NTR.