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Indian Icon Stars Allu Arjun and Rashmika Mandanna Speak Japanese and Respond to Passionate Love Calls from Indian Film Fans in Japan — Pushpa: The Rule Premiere Eve Event (Jointly Distributed by GEEK PICTURES and Shochiku)
A premiere eve event for Pushpa: The Rule (original title: PUSHPA: THE RULE), jointly distributed by GEEK PICTURES and Shochiku, was held on Thursday, January 15, 2026, at Marunouchi Piccadilly.
In response to the enthusiastic support from Indian film fans in Japan, lead actor Allu Arjun (as Pushpa) and Rashmika Mandanna (as his wife Srivalli) traveled all the way from India to attend the event.
Joined by special guest Kuro-chan, a popular Japanese comedian, the two stars warmly responded to the passionate love calls from fans gathered at the venue.
The theater was filled with excitement even before the event began, and the moment Allu Arjun and Rashmika Mandanna appeared, loud cheers erupted from all around the venue.
Deeply moved by the audience’s enthusiasm, the two greeted fans in Japanese, calling out phrases such as “Konnichiwa!” (“Hello!”), “Genki desu ka?” (“How are you?”), and “Arigatou!” (“Thank you!”), instantly bringing the energy in the room to its peak.
Making his first-ever visit to Japan, Allu Arjun shared that he is such a fan of Japan that he even gave his beloved dog a Japanese name, “Kazoku,” meaning “family.”
Rashmika Mandanna also spoke about her love for Japanese anime, naming titles such as Naruto Shippuden, Chainsaw Man, and Death Note, and answered immediately that if she were to live anywhere else, she would choose Japan.
The two stars, both known to be fans of Japan, also revealed that they have been close friends for five years.
Throughout the event, they exchanged words of respect and appreciation in a warm and relaxed atmosphere, with comments such as:
“Rashmika’s films always become hits—she’s truly someone who brings good luck,” and “I was genuinely happy to be able to work with Allu Arjun and connect with him as a friend through this film.”
Toward the end of the event, Rashmika Mandanna sent the audience a blowing kiss along with the message, “Please enjoy the film.”
Allu Arjun also delighted the crowd by personally performing the Japanese lines spoken by Pushpa at the beginning of the film, including:
“Konnichiwa! Nihon no tomo yo! Genki ka?” (“Hello! My friends in Japan! How are you?”)
and “Nihon, samui samui.” (“Japan, it’s very cold.”)
With excitement still running high, the premiere eve event came to a close on an unforgettable note.
Pushpa: The Rule opens nationwide in Japan on Friday, January 16, 2026. We hope you will experience it on the big screen in theaters.
Photo caption: Lead actor Allu Arjun (second from left), Rashmika Mandanna (third from left), and producers from India involved in the film.
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◾️Synopsis
Pushpa rises from the very bottom to the top of a smuggling syndicate dealing in red sandalwood, a rare and highly prized timber that grows only in South India.
As he expands his power beyond borders and extends his influence into the political core, Pushpa arrives at Yokohama Port, hiding inside a shipping container.
Meanwhile, Superintendent Shekhawat, who once suffered humiliation at Pushpa’s hands, burns with a desire for revenge and sets out to destroy him at all costs.
Soon, a large-scale conflict erupts—drawing in the police and the government alike.
◾️Credits
Director / Screenplay: Sukumar (Rangasthalam)
Cast: Allu Arjun (DJ: Duvvada Jagannadham), Fahadh Faasil (Vikram), Rashmika Mandanna (Sita Ramam)
2024 / India / 222 min / Cinemascope / 5.1ch
Original Title: PUSHPA: THE RULE
Subtitle Translation: Shino Fukunaga
Subtitle Supervision: Keiko Yamada
Rating: PG12
Presented by: GEEK PICTURES
Distributed by: GEEK PICTURES & Shochiku
© Mythri Movie Makers 2024
In response to the enthusiastic support from Indian film fans in Japan, lead actor Allu Arjun (as Pushpa) and Rashmika Mandanna (as his wife Srivalli) traveled all the way from India to attend the event.
Joined by special guest Kuro-chan, a popular Japanese comedian, the two stars warmly responded to the passionate love calls from fans gathered at the venue.
The theater was filled with excitement even before the event began, and the moment Allu Arjun and Rashmika Mandanna appeared, loud cheers erupted from all around the venue.
Deeply moved by the audience’s enthusiasm, the two greeted fans in Japanese, calling out phrases such as “Konnichiwa!” (“Hello!”), “Genki desu ka?” (“How are you?”), and “Arigatou!” (“Thank you!”), instantly bringing the energy in the room to its peak.
Making his first-ever visit to Japan, Allu Arjun shared that he is such a fan of Japan that he even gave his beloved dog a Japanese name, “Kazoku,” meaning “family.”
Rashmika Mandanna also spoke about her love for Japanese anime, naming titles such as Naruto Shippuden, Chainsaw Man, and Death Note, and answered immediately that if she were to live anywhere else, she would choose Japan.
The two stars, both known to be fans of Japan, also revealed that they have been close friends for five years.
Throughout the event, they exchanged words of respect and appreciation in a warm and relaxed atmosphere, with comments such as:
“Rashmika’s films always become hits—she’s truly someone who brings good luck,” and “I was genuinely happy to be able to work with Allu Arjun and connect with him as a friend through this film.”
Toward the end of the event, Rashmika Mandanna sent the audience a blowing kiss along with the message, “Please enjoy the film.”
Allu Arjun also delighted the crowd by personally performing the Japanese lines spoken by Pushpa at the beginning of the film, including:
“Konnichiwa! Nihon no tomo yo! Genki ka?” (“Hello! My friends in Japan! How are you?”)
and “Nihon, samui samui.” (“Japan, it’s very cold.”)
With excitement still running high, the premiere eve event came to a close on an unforgettable note.
Pushpa: The Rule opens nationwide in Japan on Friday, January 16, 2026. We hope you will experience it on the big screen in theaters.
Photo caption: Lead actor Allu Arjun (second from left), Rashmika Mandanna (third from left), and producers from India involved in the film.
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◾️Synopsis
Pushpa rises from the very bottom to the top of a smuggling syndicate dealing in red sandalwood, a rare and highly prized timber that grows only in South India.
As he expands his power beyond borders and extends his influence into the political core, Pushpa arrives at Yokohama Port, hiding inside a shipping container.
Meanwhile, Superintendent Shekhawat, who once suffered humiliation at Pushpa’s hands, burns with a desire for revenge and sets out to destroy him at all costs.
Soon, a large-scale conflict erupts—drawing in the police and the government alike.
◾️Credits
Director / Screenplay: Sukumar (Rangasthalam)
Cast: Allu Arjun (DJ: Duvvada Jagannadham), Fahadh Faasil (Vikram), Rashmika Mandanna (Sita Ramam)
2024 / India / 222 min / Cinemascope / 5.1ch
Original Title: PUSHPA: THE RULE
Subtitle Translation: Shino Fukunaga
Subtitle Supervision: Keiko Yamada
Rating: PG12
Presented by: GEEK PICTURES
Distributed by: GEEK PICTURES & Shochiku
© Mythri Movie Makers 2024
Information
Indian Icon Stars Allu Arjun and Rashmika Mandanna Speak Japanese and Respond to Passionate Love Calls from Indian Film Fans in Japan — Pushpa: The Rule Premiere Eve Event (Jointly Distributed by GEEK PICTURES and Shochiku)
A premiere eve event for Pushpa: The Rule (original title: PUSHPA: THE RULE), jointly distributed by GEEK PICTURES and Shochiku, was held on Thursday, January 15, 2026, at Marunouchi Piccadilly.
In response to the enthusiastic support from Indian film fans in Japan, lead actor Allu Arjun (as Pushpa) and Rashmika Mandanna (as his wife Srivalli) traveled all the way from India to attend the event.
Joined by special guest Kuro-chan, a popular Japanese comedian, the two stars warmly responded to the passionate love calls from fans gathered at the venue.
The theater was filled with excitement even before the event began, and the moment Allu Arjun and Rashmika Mandanna appeared, loud cheers erupted from all around the venue.
Deeply moved by the audience’s enthusiasm, the two greeted fans in Japanese, calling out phrases such as “Konnichiwa!” (“Hello!”), “Genki desu ka?” (“How are you?”), and “Arigatou!” (“Thank you!”), instantly bringing the energy in the room to its peak.
Making his first-ever visit to Japan, Allu Arjun shared that he is such a fan of Japan that he even gave his beloved dog a Japanese name, “Kazoku,” meaning “family.”
Rashmika Mandanna also spoke about her love for Japanese anime, naming titles such as Naruto Shippuden, Chainsaw Man, and Death Note, and answered immediately that if she were to live anywhere else, she would choose Japan.
The two stars, both known to be fans of Japan, also revealed that they have been close friends for five years.
Throughout the event, they exchanged words of respect and appreciation in a warm and relaxed atmosphere, with comments such as:
“Rashmika’s films always become hits—she’s truly someone who brings good luck,” and “I was genuinely happy to be able to work with Allu Arjun and connect with him as a friend through this film.”
Toward the end of the event, Rashmika Mandanna sent the audience a blowing kiss along with the message, “Please enjoy the film.”
Allu Arjun also delighted the crowd by personally performing the Japanese lines spoken by Pushpa at the beginning of the film, including:
“Konnichiwa! Nihon no tomo yo! Genki ka?” (“Hello! My friends in Japan! How are you?”)
and “Nihon, samui samui.” (“Japan, it’s very cold.”)
With excitement still running high, the premiere eve event came to a close on an unforgettable note.
Pushpa: The Rule opens nationwide in Japan on Friday, January 16, 2026. We hope you will experience it on the big screen in theaters.
Photo caption: Lead actor Allu Arjun (second from left), Rashmika Mandanna (third from left), and producers from India involved in the film.
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◾️Synopsis
Pushpa rises from the very bottom to the top of a smuggling syndicate dealing in red sandalwood, a rare and highly prized timber that grows only in South India.
As he expands his power beyond borders and extends his influence into the political core, Pushpa arrives at Yokohama Port, hiding inside a shipping container.
Meanwhile, Superintendent Shekhawat, who once suffered humiliation at Pushpa’s hands, burns with a desire for revenge and sets out to destroy him at all costs.
Soon, a large-scale conflict erupts—drawing in the police and the government alike.
◾️Credits
Director / Screenplay: Sukumar (Rangasthalam)
Cast: Allu Arjun (DJ: Duvvada Jagannadham), Fahadh Faasil (Vikram), Rashmika Mandanna (Sita Ramam)
2024 / India / 222 min / Cinemascope / 5.1ch
Original Title: PUSHPA: THE RULE
Subtitle Translation: Shino Fukunaga
Subtitle Supervision: Keiko Yamada
Rating: PG12
Presented by: GEEK PICTURES
Distributed by: GEEK PICTURES & Shochiku
© Mythri Movie Makers 2024
In response to the enthusiastic support from Indian film fans in Japan, lead actor Allu Arjun (as Pushpa) and Rashmika Mandanna (as his wife Srivalli) traveled all the way from India to attend the event.
Joined by special guest Kuro-chan, a popular Japanese comedian, the two stars warmly responded to the passionate love calls from fans gathered at the venue.
The theater was filled with excitement even before the event began, and the moment Allu Arjun and Rashmika Mandanna appeared, loud cheers erupted from all around the venue.
Deeply moved by the audience’s enthusiasm, the two greeted fans in Japanese, calling out phrases such as “Konnichiwa!” (“Hello!”), “Genki desu ka?” (“How are you?”), and “Arigatou!” (“Thank you!”), instantly bringing the energy in the room to its peak.
Making his first-ever visit to Japan, Allu Arjun shared that he is such a fan of Japan that he even gave his beloved dog a Japanese name, “Kazoku,” meaning “family.”
Rashmika Mandanna also spoke about her love for Japanese anime, naming titles such as Naruto Shippuden, Chainsaw Man, and Death Note, and answered immediately that if she were to live anywhere else, she would choose Japan.
The two stars, both known to be fans of Japan, also revealed that they have been close friends for five years.
Throughout the event, they exchanged words of respect and appreciation in a warm and relaxed atmosphere, with comments such as:
“Rashmika’s films always become hits—she’s truly someone who brings good luck,” and “I was genuinely happy to be able to work with Allu Arjun and connect with him as a friend through this film.”
Toward the end of the event, Rashmika Mandanna sent the audience a blowing kiss along with the message, “Please enjoy the film.”
Allu Arjun also delighted the crowd by personally performing the Japanese lines spoken by Pushpa at the beginning of the film, including:
“Konnichiwa! Nihon no tomo yo! Genki ka?” (“Hello! My friends in Japan! How are you?”)
and “Nihon, samui samui.” (“Japan, it’s very cold.”)
With excitement still running high, the premiere eve event came to a close on an unforgettable note.
Pushpa: The Rule opens nationwide in Japan on Friday, January 16, 2026. We hope you will experience it on the big screen in theaters.
Photo caption: Lead actor Allu Arjun (second from left), Rashmika Mandanna (third from left), and producers from India involved in the film.
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◾️Synopsis
Pushpa rises from the very bottom to the top of a smuggling syndicate dealing in red sandalwood, a rare and highly prized timber that grows only in South India.
As he expands his power beyond borders and extends his influence into the political core, Pushpa arrives at Yokohama Port, hiding inside a shipping container.
Meanwhile, Superintendent Shekhawat, who once suffered humiliation at Pushpa’s hands, burns with a desire for revenge and sets out to destroy him at all costs.
Soon, a large-scale conflict erupts—drawing in the police and the government alike.
◾️Credits
Director / Screenplay: Sukumar (Rangasthalam)
Cast: Allu Arjun (DJ: Duvvada Jagannadham), Fahadh Faasil (Vikram), Rashmika Mandanna (Sita Ramam)
2024 / India / 222 min / Cinemascope / 5.1ch
Original Title: PUSHPA: THE RULE
Subtitle Translation: Shino Fukunaga
Subtitle Supervision: Keiko Yamada
Rating: PG12
Presented by: GEEK PICTURES
Distributed by: GEEK PICTURES & Shochiku
© Mythri Movie Makers 2024
