Allu Arjun starrer Pushpa The Rise now streaming on Amazon Prime Video

“Firstly, I am deeply grateful to the fans and audiences for their love and appreciation, and making this movie a hit at the box office. This is a story set in the heartland of India. The idea of taking the viewers on a journey into the cutthroat world of red sandalwood smuggling operations had been with me for some time now. I believe that viewers will appreciate the fact that the movie moves away from the absolutes of good and evil, and delivers a roller-coaster ride of action and drama. The compelling story and the fantastic performances by the talented cast will make it a must-watch immersive experience for viewers across the world,” said director-writer Sukumar.

In Pushpa, Allu Arjun plays the role of a woodcutter, who quickly rises through the ranks of a crime syndicate and ends up at the top of the ladder.

“The moment I read the script, it instantly felt right to me. The story of an underdog rising up the ranks may sound run-of-the-mill, but the way his journey has been rendered in the movie, the multiple layers and nuances added to this character are so unique and unlike any other I have done so far in my career,” Allu Arjun said.

The film’s sequel titled Pushpa: The Rule will see the titular character’s efforts to protect his hard-earned position in the criminal world.