Hyderabad Police arrested Telugu superstar Allu Arjun because of to a terrible stampede that occurred during the premiere of his latest film, Pushpa 2: The Rule. It occurred at the Sandhya Theatre, that is found in Hyderabad’s busy RTC Crossroads community, on the evening of December 4.
To celebrate the much anticipated debut of the film and get a sight of the actor, thousands of fans had gathered outside the movie theater. Unfortunately, 35-year-old Revathi died as a result of a stampede-like situation spurred on by the large throng. The chaos led her nine-year-old son, Sri Teja, who was with her at the time, to have breathing problems and was sent to the hospital. He’s feeling better now.
Police Take Action
The Hyderabad Police acted swiftly after the event. Police officers from the Chikkadpally station apprehended Allu Arjun at his home in Jubilee Hills. They took the actor to the police station for inquiry.
The police verified that a case directly names Allu Arjun, his personal security detail, and the theater’s management. The deceased woman’s cousins filed a complaint, leading to charges under sections 105 and 118(1) of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita (BNS).
Another Death at a Pushpa 2 Screening
sadly, a second death linked to a Pushpa 2 screening occured on the same day. Harijana Madhannappa, 35, was found dead in an auditorium in Rayadurgam. Ravi Babu, the Deputy Superintendent of Police (DSP) for Kalyandurgam, claimed that Madhannappa had gone to the matinee play while intoxicated. Around 6 p.m., theater cleaning staff found him asleep.Police examined the circumstances surrounding his death but found no connection to the Hyderabad stampede.
Allu Arjun’s Legal Response and Support for the Victim’s Family
Allu Arjun sought the High Court to have the charges against him removed after his arrest.In addition, he requested a hold on all pending legal actions—including his arrest—until the court resolves the petition. The High Court will consider the case in a couple of days.
The actor, that is popular for his movies being successful and loyal fan the base, sent condolences for the tragic event. He declared that Revathi’s family would receive ₹25 lakh in financial support to help them through this trying time.
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A Grim Reminder of the Challenges of Managing Star Power
The awful circumstances surrounding Pushpa 2: The Rule serve as a reminder of how hard it can be to control large crowds at well-known events. Allu Arjun is one of the biggest names in Telugu cinema, and his films often draw large crowds of fans, causing planning difficult.
The circumstances cast doubt on the film’s release, even though the screening aimed to create a joyous occasion. The preparedness of the event planners, the professionalism of the actor’s security detail, and the venue’s ability to cope with a crowd of this size are all under scrutiny.
This tragedy serves as an alarming instance of the importance of crowd control and safety at public events when investigations are ongoing. To avoid such tragedies in the future, safety must be the first concern for both fans, organizers, and celebrities.
