Press Release
Jointly Distributed by GEEK PICTURES and Shochiku — In Response to the Passionate Support from Indian Film Fans in Japan, Star Allu Arjun and Director/Screenwriter Sukumar Make Their First-Ever Visit to Japan for Pushpa: The Rule!
Pushpa: The Rule (original title: PUSHPA: THE RULE), jointly distributed by GEEK PICTURES and Shochiku, will receive an emergency theatrical release in Japan on Friday, January 16, 2026.
In response to the enthusiastic support from Indian film fans across Japan, lead actor Allu Arjun and director/screenwriter Sukumar will make their first-ever visit to Japan.
To mark the occasion, a special premiere event will be held on Thursday, January 15, followed by an opening-day stage greeting on Friday, January 16.
At the same time, a full set of scene stills has also been unveiled.
Pushpa: The Rule surpassed Baahubali and RRR to achieve approximately 25 billion yen in domestic box office revenue, becoming the highest-grossing film in Indian cinema history.
At the 13th South Indian International Movie Awards, the film dominated the Telugu-language categories, winning a record five awards, surpassing Kalki 2898 AD.
Now, this highly anticipated and widely acclaimed blockbuster—rightfully hailed as the pinnacle of Indian cinema—finally arrives in Japan.
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◾️Star Allu Arjun and Director/Screenwriter Sukumar Confirm Emergency First Visit to Japan!
As soon as Pushpa: The Rule was officially announced for release, joyful reactions flooded social media, with fans posting comments such as “This release makes me want to cry with happiness!” and “We’ve been waiting for this!”—generating an overwhelming response.
The passionate support from Indian film fans in Japan has now crossed borders, leading to the decision for lead actor Allu Arjun and director/screenwriter Sukumar to make their first-ever visit to Japan on an emergency basis.
In addition, both will appear at a special premiere event on Thursday, January 15, followed by an opening-day stage greeting on Friday, January 16.
As the film itself is set in part in Japan, audiences can look forward to heartfelt interactions between the creators and Japanese fans who have long supported Indian cinema.
The newly unveiled scene stills vividly capture the commanding presence of a man who has risen from the bottom to the very top, along with the renewed sense of conflict swirling around him.
One striking image shows Pushpa seated on the hood of a car, surrounded by red flags and motorcycles.
His calm, imposing demeanor conveys both the confidence of a kingpin at the height of his power and his quiet resolve as he expands his influence beyond national borders.
Additional stills offer glimpses of the supporting characters, including the defiant smile of Superintendent Shekhawat (Fahadh Faasil), who burns with a desire for revenge against Pushpa, and the gentle expression of Srivalli (Rashmika Mandanna), Pushpa’s beloved wife.
The collection also features a wide range of iconic moments—from Pushpa’s signature gesture of stroking his beard, to his commanding stance at Yokohama Port, dynamic action scenes featuring acrobatic flips, and energetic dance sequences surrounded by women—each image hinting at the unstoppable force of “Pushpa in full command.”
◾️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 across Japan, lead actor Allu Arjun and director/screenwriter Sukumar will make their first-ever visit to Japan.
To mark the occasion, a special premiere event will be held on Thursday, January 15, followed by an opening-day stage greeting on Friday, January 16.
At the same time, a full set of scene stills has also been unveiled.
Pushpa: The Rule surpassed Baahubali and RRR to achieve approximately 25 billion yen in domestic box office revenue, becoming the highest-grossing film in Indian cinema history.
At the 13th South Indian International Movie Awards, the film dominated the Telugu-language categories, winning a record five awards, surpassing Kalki 2898 AD.
Now, this highly anticipated and widely acclaimed blockbuster—rightfully hailed as the pinnacle of Indian cinema—finally arrives in Japan.
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◾️Star Allu Arjun and Director/Screenwriter Sukumar Confirm Emergency First Visit to Japan!
As soon as Pushpa: The Rule was officially announced for release, joyful reactions flooded social media, with fans posting comments such as “This release makes me want to cry with happiness!” and “We’ve been waiting for this!”—generating an overwhelming response.
The passionate support from Indian film fans in Japan has now crossed borders, leading to the decision for lead actor Allu Arjun and director/screenwriter Sukumar to make their first-ever visit to Japan on an emergency basis.
In addition, both will appear at a special premiere event on Thursday, January 15, followed by an opening-day stage greeting on Friday, January 16.
As the film itself is set in part in Japan, audiences can look forward to heartfelt interactions between the creators and Japanese fans who have long supported Indian cinema.
The newly unveiled scene stills vividly capture the commanding presence of a man who has risen from the bottom to the very top, along with the renewed sense of conflict swirling around him.
One striking image shows Pushpa seated on the hood of a car, surrounded by red flags and motorcycles.
His calm, imposing demeanor conveys both the confidence of a kingpin at the height of his power and his quiet resolve as he expands his influence beyond national borders.
Additional stills offer glimpses of the supporting characters, including the defiant smile of Superintendent Shekhawat (Fahadh Faasil), who burns with a desire for revenge against Pushpa, and the gentle expression of Srivalli (Rashmika Mandanna), Pushpa’s beloved wife.
The collection also features a wide range of iconic moments—from Pushpa’s signature gesture of stroking his beard, to his commanding stance at Yokohama Port, dynamic action scenes featuring acrobatic flips, and energetic dance sequences surrounded by women—each image hinting at the unstoppable force of “Pushpa in full command.”
◾️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
Press Release
Jointly Distributed by GEEK PICTURES and Shochiku — In Response to the Passionate Support from Indian Film Fans in Japan, Star Allu Arjun and Director/Screenwriter Sukumar Make Their First-Ever Visit to Japan for Pushpa: The Rule!
Pushpa: The Rule (original title: PUSHPA: THE RULE), jointly distributed by GEEK PICTURES and Shochiku, will receive an emergency theatrical release in Japan on Friday, January 16, 2026.
In response to the enthusiastic support from Indian film fans across Japan, lead actor Allu Arjun and director/screenwriter Sukumar will make their first-ever visit to Japan.
To mark the occasion, a special premiere event will be held on Thursday, January 15, followed by an opening-day stage greeting on Friday, January 16.
At the same time, a full set of scene stills has also been unveiled.
Pushpa: The Rule surpassed Baahubali and RRR to achieve approximately 25 billion yen in domestic box office revenue, becoming the highest-grossing film in Indian cinema history.
At the 13th South Indian International Movie Awards, the film dominated the Telugu-language categories, winning a record five awards, surpassing Kalki 2898 AD.
Now, this highly anticipated and widely acclaimed blockbuster—rightfully hailed as the pinnacle of Indian cinema—finally arrives in Japan.
┈┈┈┈┈┈┈┈┈┈┈┈┈┈┈┈┈┈┈┈┈┈
◾️Star Allu Arjun and Director/Screenwriter Sukumar Confirm Emergency First Visit to Japan!
As soon as Pushpa: The Rule was officially announced for release, joyful reactions flooded social media, with fans posting comments such as “This release makes me want to cry with happiness!” and “We’ve been waiting for this!”—generating an overwhelming response.
The passionate support from Indian film fans in Japan has now crossed borders, leading to the decision for lead actor Allu Arjun and director/screenwriter Sukumar to make their first-ever visit to Japan on an emergency basis.
In addition, both will appear at a special premiere event on Thursday, January 15, followed by an opening-day stage greeting on Friday, January 16.
As the film itself is set in part in Japan, audiences can look forward to heartfelt interactions between the creators and Japanese fans who have long supported Indian cinema.
The newly unveiled scene stills vividly capture the commanding presence of a man who has risen from the bottom to the very top, along with the renewed sense of conflict swirling around him.
One striking image shows Pushpa seated on the hood of a car, surrounded by red flags and motorcycles.
His calm, imposing demeanor conveys both the confidence of a kingpin at the height of his power and his quiet resolve as he expands his influence beyond national borders.
Additional stills offer glimpses of the supporting characters, including the defiant smile of Superintendent Shekhawat (Fahadh Faasil), who burns with a desire for revenge against Pushpa, and the gentle expression of Srivalli (Rashmika Mandanna), Pushpa’s beloved wife.
The collection also features a wide range of iconic moments—from Pushpa’s signature gesture of stroking his beard, to his commanding stance at Yokohama Port, dynamic action scenes featuring acrobatic flips, and energetic dance sequences surrounded by women—each image hinting at the unstoppable force of “Pushpa in full command.”
◾️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 across Japan, lead actor Allu Arjun and director/screenwriter Sukumar will make their first-ever visit to Japan.
To mark the occasion, a special premiere event will be held on Thursday, January 15, followed by an opening-day stage greeting on Friday, January 16.
At the same time, a full set of scene stills has also been unveiled.
Pushpa: The Rule surpassed Baahubali and RRR to achieve approximately 25 billion yen in domestic box office revenue, becoming the highest-grossing film in Indian cinema history.
At the 13th South Indian International Movie Awards, the film dominated the Telugu-language categories, winning a record five awards, surpassing Kalki 2898 AD.
Now, this highly anticipated and widely acclaimed blockbuster—rightfully hailed as the pinnacle of Indian cinema—finally arrives in Japan.
┈┈┈┈┈┈┈┈┈┈┈┈┈┈┈┈┈┈┈┈┈┈
◾️Star Allu Arjun and Director/Screenwriter Sukumar Confirm Emergency First Visit to Japan!
As soon as Pushpa: The Rule was officially announced for release, joyful reactions flooded social media, with fans posting comments such as “This release makes me want to cry with happiness!” and “We’ve been waiting for this!”—generating an overwhelming response.
The passionate support from Indian film fans in Japan has now crossed borders, leading to the decision for lead actor Allu Arjun and director/screenwriter Sukumar to make their first-ever visit to Japan on an emergency basis.
In addition, both will appear at a special premiere event on Thursday, January 15, followed by an opening-day stage greeting on Friday, January 16.
As the film itself is set in part in Japan, audiences can look forward to heartfelt interactions between the creators and Japanese fans who have long supported Indian cinema.
The newly unveiled scene stills vividly capture the commanding presence of a man who has risen from the bottom to the very top, along with the renewed sense of conflict swirling around him.
One striking image shows Pushpa seated on the hood of a car, surrounded by red flags and motorcycles.
His calm, imposing demeanor conveys both the confidence of a kingpin at the height of his power and his quiet resolve as he expands his influence beyond national borders.
Additional stills offer glimpses of the supporting characters, including the defiant smile of Superintendent Shekhawat (Fahadh Faasil), who burns with a desire for revenge against Pushpa, and the gentle expression of Srivalli (Rashmika Mandanna), Pushpa’s beloved wife.
The collection also features a wide range of iconic moments—from Pushpa’s signature gesture of stroking his beard, to his commanding stance at Yokohama Port, dynamic action scenes featuring acrobatic flips, and energetic dance sequences surrounded by women—each image hinting at the unstoppable force of “Pushpa in full command.”
◾️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
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