"Tragedy at Pushpa 2 Premiere: Stampede Leaves One Dead, Another Critically Hurt"
Incident Overview:
On December 4, 2024, a tragic incident happened at Hyderabad’s Sandhya Theatre during the premiere of “Pushpa 2: The Rule.” The theatre became overcrowded, leading to a stampede that killed 35-year-old M. Revathi and seriously injured her 13-year-old son, Sri Teja.
The chaos reportedly began when popular actor Allu Arjun made a surprise appearance at the theatre.
What Happened:
- Date & Location: December 4, 2024, Sandhya Theatre, Hyderabad
- Victims: M. Revathi (deceased) and her son, Sri Teja (critically injured)
- Cause: The sudden arrival of Allu Arjun caused a large crowd to surge toward the theatre, resulting in a deadly stampede.
Legal Action Taken:
- Charges Filed: Hyderabad police registered a case against Allu Arjun, his security team, and the theatre’s management. They were charged under laws related to negligence and causing harm.
- Arrests: Three theatre staff members, including a partner, manager, and floor supervisor, were arrested for failing to manage the crowd properly.
Statements from Authorities & Family:
- Police: Officials stated that neither the theatre management nor Allu Arjun’s team informed them about the actor’s visit, which prevented them from arranging adequate security.
- Victim’s Husband: Bhaskar, Revathi’s husband, mentioned they came to the screening because their son is a fan of Allu Arjun. He admitted the situation worsened after the actor’s unexpected arrival.
- Allu Arjun’s Team: The actor’s representatives expressed deep sorrow over the tragedy and promised to support the affected family.
Current Status:
Allu Arjun was briefly arrested and sent to 14-day custody but was granted interim bail within hours. The investigation is still ongoing.
