Allu Arjun's Pushpa The Rise is releasing on December 17. Ahead of its release, the makers celebrated the pre-release event in style in Hyderabad. Rajamouli, Koratala Shiva, Venky Kudumula and others graced the event as the chief guest.
Rajamouli said Allu Arjun is a gift to Tollywood. He asked Allu Arjun to promote the film in Bollywood and pointed out that it is not his film but it is Tollywood film. He said people in the North are discussing Pushpa. Koratala Shiva said Allu Arjun is the most hardworking person in the Indian film industry.
The first surprise at the event was director Sukumar missed the event. His protege Buchchibabu Sana speaking at the event revealed that Sukumar couldn't attend the event as he was busy overseeing the BGM work in Mumbai.
Lyricist Chandra Bose said Samantha's special song Oo Antava Oo Oo Antava will attract the masses and Devi Sri Prasad came with a beautiful tune using his creativity. Venky Kudumula who graced the event as one of the guests thanked star cricketer David Warner for promoting Tollywood at the international level.
Sunil thanked the makers for casting him in a different role and asked viewers to see him in a completely different manner. He said the film will provide a sumptuous treat to viewers. Anasuya said her role Dakshayani in Pushpa will surprise all. Rashmika said her dream to star opposite Allu Arjun got fulfilled thanks to Sukumar. She requested Sukumar to adopt her. She thanked Allu Arjun and said she is waiting to shoot for the second part. She said people come to see Allu Arjun on screen and at least 5% will see her.
Allu Arjun delighted all speaking in Chittoor accent and thanked fans for their love and affection. He sang the songs tuned by Devi Sri Prasad much to the delight of everyone. He said Rashmika is sweet and wonderful actress and he enjoyed working with her. He thanked Samantha for the special song and praised Fahadh Faasil calling him his brother. He said all films should win and wished Nani's Shyam Singha Roy all the best.