The much-anticipated premiere of Allu Arjun’s Pushpa 2: The Rule in Hyderabad turned tragic on Wednesday night when a stampede broke out at Sandhya Theatre, RTC Crossroads. A massive crowd of fans gathered to catch a glimpse of the actor, leading to chaos and a fatal incident.
Stampede Claims Life of a Fan
The incident occurred around 10:30 PM when Allu Arjun, accompanied by heavy security, made a surprise visit to the venue. According to reports, 39-year-old Revathi from Dilsukhnagar attended the screening with her husband and two children. Amid the chaos, she collapsed and later succumbed to her injuries at the hospital. Her child was also critically injured and required immediate medical attention.
Eyewitness Accounts and Videos
Videos circulating on social media showed the intensity of the situation, including a man performing CPR on the unconscious child amidst the crowd. The chaos escalated further as the main gate of the theatre collapsed, adding to the mayhem.
Allu Arjun’s Reaction
The star, known for his role as Pushpa Raj, was seen briefly addressing fans before requesting them to make way for vehicles. He left the venue shortly after, escorted by police and security personnel.
About the Film
Directed by Sukumar, Pushpa 2: The Rule is a sequel to the 2021 blockbuster Pushpa: The Rise. The film features Rashmika Mandanna and Fahadh Faasil alongside Arjun. Produced by Mythri Movie Makers, the movie has already garnered immense buzz and is poised for a massive box office opening.
Questions of Accountability
The tragic stampede raises serious concerns about crowd management and event safety. With large-scale events like these becoming a norm in the entertainment industry, are organizers doing enough to ensure public safety?
This news report is curated with insights from multiple reliable news sources.