The narrative follows Pushpa Raj (played by Allu Arjun), a laborer born out of wedlock who faces lifelong social ostracization. Refusing to let his background define him, Pushpa enters the dangerous world of red sandalwood smuggling in the Seshachalam Hills of Andhra Pradesh. From Laborer to Kingpin
Pushpa: The Rise - Part 1 (2021): An In-Depth Look at the Phenomenon
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as Pushpa Raj: A daily wage labourer who rises to lead a red sandalwood smuggling syndicate. Rashmika Mandanna as Srivalli: Pushpa's love interest. Fahadh Faasil
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