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Case filed against Allu Arjun after 1 killed during stampede after Pushpa 2: The Rule's screening, reports

A stampede at Hyderabad's Sandhya Theatre during the screening of Pushpa 2: The Rule, attended by Allu Arjun and his family, led to a woman's tragic death. Authorities have filed a case against Allu Arjun and the theatre's management under Sections 118 and 105 of the BNS Act, spotlighting lapses in security arrangements at major public events, as per latest reports.

December 05, 2024 / 21:05 IST
A case has been registered against actor Allu Arjun after a stampede like situation during Pushpa 2's screening led to a woman's death.

A tragic stampede occurred at Hyderabad's Sandhya Theatre during the screening of Pushpa 2: The Rule, attended by Allu Arjun and his family, resulting in a woman's death. Reports indicate that a case has been filed against Allu Arjun and the theatre management under Sections 118 and 105 of the BNS Act. The incident has raised concerns over inadequate security measures during high-profile events.

As per Telugu360, police have filed a case against Allu Arjun and his team for failing to notify authorities in advance about the actor's attendance at the special premiere. The film's makers have pledged full support to the family affected by the stampede.

It led to the death of a 35-year-old woman and left her 8-year-old son critically injured. The child is currently undergoing treatment at KIMS Hospital.

Additionally, Allu Arjun's team is actively coordinating with the family, ensuring they receive necessary medical care and assistance during this difficult time.

Icon Star Allu Arjun, accompanied by his family, attended the first premiere of Pushpa 2: The Rule at Sandhya Theatre in Hyderabad's RTC Crossroads. The overwhelming crowd led to chaos, prompting a lathi charge by the police. Unfortunately, the situation escalated into a stampede, leaving one family severely injured and tragically claiming a life.

Also read: Pushpa 2 producers react on woman's death at premiere stampede: Committed to standing by them

The tragic incident has drawn significant attention, prompting Mythri Movie Makers to release a heartfelt statement on X (formerly Twitter). The production house expressed profound sorrow over the loss and assured full support to the grieving family.

The producers emphasized their dedication to supporting the affected family during this difficult period. The incident has prompted widespread sympathy, highlighting the need for balancing fan excitement with public safety measures.

Entertainment desk -
first published: Dec 5, 2024 09:05 pm

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