Pushpa 3 Enters Pre-Production Phase in Hyderabad
Icon star Allu Arjun holds many upcoming films close to his heart. Yet the Pushpa franchise remains particularly special for him. Fans eagerly await the next chapter following the massive success of Pushpa 2. Recent reports now confirm that Pushpa 3 has officially started its journey.
Pre-Production Work Commences
According to a Telugu360 report, the third installment will be titled Pushpa 3: The Rampage. The pre-production phase is set to begin very soon. The production team has leased an exclusive office space in Hyderabad specifically for this project.
Script development and story discussions will start shortly. The team plans to focus intensely on the story and screenplay first. They want to get these foundational elements absolutely right before moving forward with filming.
The film is not shooting yet. Early work is progressing slowly and carefully. Makers are deliberately avoiding any rush. They aim to build the project with precision and care.
The Story and Casting Rumors
The story will follow Pushpa Raj as he fights to reclaim his red sandalwood empire. This sets the stage for another intense drama. An interesting rumor suggests that actor Vijay Deverakonda might play the main antagonist in this third part. This potential casting has generated significant buzz among fans.
Timeline and Scheduling Challenges
The film will take considerable time to materialize. Both director Sukumar and Allu Arjun are currently occupied with other individual projects. Sukumar will first complete his upcoming film with Ram Charan, tentatively called RC17.
Meanwhile, Allu Arjun has to finish three other films before he can step back into the iconic role of Pushpa Raj. Given these scheduling commitments, a 2028 release seems likely if everything proceeds according to plan.
Allu Arjun's Packed Schedule
Allu Arjun is currently shooting a high-budget sci-fi film with Jawan director Atlee. Deepika Padukone co-stars in this ambitious project. He will also reunite with director Trivikram Srinivas for another film. Their previous collaboration, Ala Vaikunthapurramuloo, was a major blockbuster.
Additionally, Allu Arjun recently confirmed his film with director Lokesh Kanagaraj. The announcement came on Bhogi, January 14, 2026. Music composer Anirudh Ravichander will handle the score for this project, tentatively titled AA23xLK7.
The actor's calendar is undoubtedly full. This makes the careful planning for Pushpa 3 all the more crucial. Fans will need to exercise patience as the team works diligently to deliver another memorable chapter in the Pushpa saga.
