The highly anticipated movie Pushpa 2: The Rule was released worldwide yesterday (5 December). While many are celebrating and enjoying the film, it has turned into a tragedy for a family in Hyderabad who attended the movie’s premiere at Sandhya Theatre on Wednesday night (4 December).
The family was caught in a stampede incident during the premiere, resulting in the death of a 35-year-old mother, identified as Revathi, while her nine-year-old son remains in critical condition.
Tragedy at Sandhya Theatre during #Pushpa2 premiere. Revati (39), a resident of #Dilsukhnagar, collapsed amid chaos and was rushed to Durgabai Deshmukh Hospital, where she passed away. Her children, Tej (9) and Sanvi (7), remain under medical observation. Three others injured. pic.twitter.com/hPA7na4oUZ
— Glint Insights Media (@GlintInsights) December 5, 2024
The tragedy unfolded when fans gathered to catch a glimpse of actor Allu Arjun, who arrived at the theatre with his personal security team around 9:30 pm without prior notice.
Upon learning of the actor’s presence, hundreds of fans flocked to the premises, causing chaos.
The situation worsened when the actor’s security team attempted to control the crowd by pushing them back.
Subsequently, the crowd, along with Allu Arjun and his security team, moved towards the lower balcony area of the theatre.
To prevent further escalation, the police closed the gates and called in additional reinforcements to manage the situation. A lathi charge was also carried out to disperse the attendees.
#Hyderabad: #Pushpa2 Release at Sandhya Theatre—-
Three injured
One dead
Kid is reportedly under medical observation
Mild lathi charge pic.twitter.com/h8Nz89Hwpp— @Coreena Enet Suares (@CoreenaSuares2) December 4, 2024
Responding to the incident, Sarath Chandra Naidu, also known as Bunny Vasu, a producer and close associate of the actor, described it as an unfortunate event.
He assured that he and his team are committed to addressing the matter.
https://x.com/imsarathchandra/status/1864554086827221098
The production house behind the film, Mythri Makers, expressed their anguish on social media, stating their commitment to supporting the family during this difficult time.
We are extremely heartbroken by the tragic incident during last night’s screening. Our thoughts and prayers are with the family and the young child undergoing medical treatment.
We are committed to standing by them and extending all possible support during this difficult time.…
— Mythri Movie Makers (@MythriOfficial) December 5, 2024
I am so sorry to hear this. https://t.co/O7Ca6tSRyo
— Rashmika Mandanna (@iamRashmika) December 5, 2024
However, Allu Arjun himself has yet to comment on the incident.
Meanwhile, a police case has been registered against Allu Arjun, his security team, and the theatre’s management.
The security team and the theatre’s management have been charged under sections 105 (culpable homicide not amounting to murder) and 118(1) (voluntarily causing hurt or grievous hurt by dangerous weapons or means) of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita.
Source: NDTV
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