Pushpa The Rise (2021) is a high-octane action drama directed by Sukumar, featuring Allu Arjun in the titular role as a fierce red sandalwood smuggler. The film follows his rise from a laborer to a powerful kingpin, battling rivals and law enforcement. With stunning performances, intense action sequences, and a chart-topping soundtrack, this Telugu blockbuster became a pan-India sensation. Starring Rashmika Mandanna as Srivalli and Fahadh Faasil as the antagonist Bhanwar Singh Shekhawat, the movie explores themes of power, survival, and rebellion.