Allu Arjun seemingly thanks 'Chhaava' makers for avoiding 'Pushpa-2' clash
What's the story
On Saturday, Telugu superstar Allu Arjun attended a success meet in Hyderabad following the monumental box-office run of his action-drama Pushpa 2.
At the event, he thanked an unnamed Bollywood filmmaker for pushing their film's release to avoid a clash with Pushpa 2.
Although he didn't name the film, he was likely talking about Vicky Kaushal's Chhaava, which was slated to release on the same day as the Sukumar directorial but got pushed to February 14.
Statement
'They moved from that date': Arjun
Arjun said, "When I called up one of the filmmakers from Bollywood, from Hindi cinema....I'm not a fan of the word Bollywood. In Hindi cinema, I called somebody and I said, they were also supposed to come on December 6."
"They were very accommodating and they moved from that date. I personally called them and thanked them for moving the date."
Tribute
Arjun's heartfelt tribute to 'Pushpa 2' team and fans
Arjun also seized the opportunity to thank director Sukumar, his co-stars Rashmika Mandanna and Fahadh Faasil, and fans for the blockbuster success of Pushpa 2.
He called the movie "not just a film but an emotion" and a "five-year journey."
The actor added, "I want to dedicate the entire efforts and success of the film to all my fans, and my army. Thank you for your love and support."
Director's praise
'Pushpa 2' director Sukumar lauded by Arjun
Arjun lauded Sukumar as a "genius" and "maverick," adding that he is the "biggest fan" of the filmmaker.
He said, "Behind Pushpa's success is one man and it's no one else but Sukumar."
The actor added, "We are all characters in his dream, we are all images in his projection. It's the director who talks to the audience directly."
The film has earned over ₹1,800 crore in global box office collections and is expected to spawn a third part.