Allu Arjun says, "I am 100% Aam Aadmi" despite 'Pushpa 2's record-breaking success

Tollywood's Allu Arjun's popularity skyrocketed with the release of the action thriller 'Pushpa' franchise and his recent release 'Pushpa 2' directed by Sukumar dominated the theatres like never before becoming a box office juggernaut. Recently the actor shared that at heart, he considers himself an Aam Aadmi expressing his gratitude for the overwhelming response to the film.

During a recent chat with The Hollywood Reporter, the actor shared it as the biggest opportunity of his career to make a significant mark at the Indian box office. He said, "Alpha-ness is in the mind. You can't take it away. That's an inborn trait."

He also shared about the importance of humility despite achieving such monumental success. Allu Arjun shared that at heart, he considers himself an ordinary person. When he is not working on films, he enjoys a simple life, often doing nothing at all.

He said, "I am 100 percent Aam Aadmi. When I'm watching a movie, I’m a very normal person. When I’m not working, I like to not do anything. Sometimes not even read a book. Not do anything. I love not doing anything."

'Pushpa 2' has become a massive hit, grossing over Rs 1,642 crores worldwide and making it one of the highest-grossing Indian films of all time.

Looking ahead, Allu Arjun has several exciting projects in the pipeline. He is rumoured to collaborate with director Trivikram Srinivas on a film that may explore mythological themes, potentially featuring him as Lord Karthikeya. Additionally, there are reports of him working with 'Jawan' director Atlee, with Bollywood actress Janhvi Kapoor rumoured to be cast as the leading lady for this project.