Pushpa 2: The Rule Movie Review | Kairam Vaashi | THR India

Kairam Vaashi reviews "Pushpa 2: The Rule," the latest action spectacle from director Sukumar starring Allu Arjun as the ambitious red sandalwood smuggler who now aims to extend his influence from state politics to international territory. This ambitious sequel attempts to dial up every element from its predecessor while exploring themes of identity, pride, and ego.

The film follows Pushpa Raj (Allu Arjun), who continues his rise to power while dealing with his Achilles heel - the denial of his family name and true identity. Kairam Vaashi examines how the film excels when it challenges itself, particularly in its first half, with memorable episodes like the police station scene and the Chief Minister photograph sequence, while analyzing Allu Arjun's confident performance that serves as the lynchpin of this universe.

With sharp dialogues, inventive cinematography, and Sukumar's episodic storytelling approach, "Pushpa 2" marks an ambitious if somewhat uneven continuation of the saga. Kairam Vaashi discusses how the film, despite falling short in its second half, manages to entertain through its audacious sequences and Allu Arjun's commanding screen presence, while setting up future installments.