The pre-release event of 'Pushpa: The Rise' was held on Sunday evening. Allu Arjun spoke at length. Frequently, he broke into the Chittoor slang in keeping with his character in the movie. We bring you the highlights of the speech.

Excerpts:

In every way, doing this one film was like working on four films at a time, for every department. My director Sukumar is working even now to give the best product. He couldn't attend this event because he is too busy with the post-production works. He asked me to assure the audience that the best product is being made!

Others have fans, I have got an army. My fans are my most prized achievement in life.

Rashmika is a national crush. I call her Crushmika! She is a girl who is close to my heart. She is beautiful, intelligent, and down-to-earth. I especially thank Samantha for doing the special song. She did justice to her job. After this film, you are going to see Sunil from a new perspective. Fahadh Faasil is superb. I respect him as an actor. He is like my brother.

This is my third decade of association with Devi (music director DSP). 'Saami Saami' is my personal favourite. 'Srivalli' is another gem. I am a music lover myself. The special song 'Oo Antava' gave me a high. It has been the fastest hit in the history of South Indian cinema. (Bunny also praised lyricist Chandrabose, who wrote all five songs in the film).

I congratulate Team 'Akhana' on this occasion for scoring a blockbuster. I congratulate Balakrishna garu and the whole team. This success is special. Our film will continue the march from December 17. I also wish Nani garu's 'Shyam Singha Roy', 'RRR', Pawan Kalyan garu's 'Bheemla Nayak', 'Radhe Shyam', Megastar garu's 'Acharya' all the best.