Allu Arjun's highly anticipated film 'Pushpa 2: The Rule' made its debut in Japan on January 16, 2026, but recorded a surprisingly low opening at the box office. According to reports, including those from Sacnilk and Koimoi, the film registered only 886 admissions on its first day. This figure is notably modest, especially when compared to the opening day performances of other popular Indian films in Japan, such as 'RRR' (8,230 admissions), 'Saaho' (6,510), and 'Kalki 2898 AD' (3,700). The muted response came despite significant promotional efforts by the film's lead stars, Allu Arjun and Rashmika Mandanna, who were present in Tokyo for fan interactions and premieres. Videos of Allu Arjun greeting fans and Rashmika Mandanna receiving numerous fan letters circulated, highlighting the existing fan base and the buzz created around the film's Japan release. While 'Pushpa 2: The Rule' has already achieved monumental success globally, grossing over ₹1740-1800 crores worldwide in its initial run and cementing its place as one of the biggest Indian blockbusters, its performance in Japan represents a smaller, albeit significant, expansion into a new international market. Trade analysts suggest that while initial numbers are underwhelming, the Japanese box office often sees films gain momentum through positive word-of-mouth over a longer run, similar to how 'RRR' eventually became a massive hit there. The film was released in Japan with over 250 screens by distributor Geek Pictures India.