Pushpa doesn’t care about looking good. His shoulders are uneven, his hair is messy, and he speaks with a lot of anger. He’s involved in smuggling red sanders, and his way of fighting back against oppression is fierce. He’s ruthless, claiming he kills “without mercy.” In this sequel, Pushpa seems almost wild, using his machete like it’s just a tool to cut branches.
However, beneath all this violence, “Pushpa 2: The Rule” shows us his humanity. In Shreya Ghoshal’s song ‘Sooseki’, Srivalli talks about Pushpa’s kindness, comparing him to a child who is gentle and loyal. We see these soft moments, which add depth to his character. What makes Pushparaj so captivating isn’t just his complexity, but his authenticity. He doesn’t have time for fake behavior or lies. He’s the kind of person everyone wishes they could be.
Director Sukumar puts Pushpa’s authenticity to the test with a tense question: Will he apologize? It seems like apologizing would be the smart choice, but it would also go against everything Pushpa believes in. Sukumar builds suspense with every moment, especially in the scene with the Chief Minister. Fahadh Faasil’s character, Shekhawat, starts the scene with a funny reference, saying, “Party undhi Pushpa,” comparing waiting for an apology to waiting for a girl to respond years ago.
