In an unexpected turn of events, police apprehended a wanted criminal in Nagpur, Maharashtra, while he was engrossed in watching Pushpa 2. Acting on a tip-off, the authorities surprised the fugitive during his visit to the theatre, leading to his arrest. The incident has since gone viral on social media, with netizens humorously suggesting that Pushpa 2 played a role in catching the culprit.
The film, featuring Allu Arjun as a rising sandalwood smuggler, has captured audiences nationwide, grossing over ₹1,000 crores globally. Ironically, the fugitive was reportedly drawn to the film’s immense popularity, which ultimately landed him in police custody.
On the box office front, Pushpa 2 is set to cross ₹1,500 crores globally. It recently surpassed Stree 2 to become the highest-grossing Hindi version of any South Indian film. With the holiday season approaching, the film’s numbers are expected to soar even higher.