HYDERABAD, Dec 13: Telugu actor Allu Arjun was detained by the police on Friday following a fatal incident during the premiere screening of his latest film, Pushpa 2: The Rise. The tragedy occurred when a stampede broke out at the theatre as a massive crowd gathered to see the popular actor, leading to the death of a woman and the injury of a young boy.
The situation escalated when fans surged forward to get a glimpse of Allu Arjun, but the authorities had not been informed in advance about his presence at the screening. While the theatre management was aware of the actor’s attendance, they failed to notify the police, resulting in a lack of proper crowd control and security measures. The absence of separate entry and exit points at the venue exacerbated the overcrowding and chaos, which ultimately led to the tragic stampede.
Police footage showed Allu Arjun being escorted into a police vehicle under heavy security. Authorities have filed an FIR against the actor, his security team, and the management of Sandhya Theatre, naming them in connection with the incident. Investigations are ongoing to determine the responsibilities of those involved, including the actor’s team and the theatre management.
The incident has sparked public outrage, with many criticizing the lack of preparedness and safety measures at the event. Critics have called for stricter regulations for public events involving high-profile celebrities to prevent similar tragedies in the future.
