Allu Arjun Announces ₹25L Aid for Family of Stampede Victim at Pushpa 2 Premiere

Hyderabad: Tollywood star Allu Arjun pledged ₹25 lakh to the family of Revathi, a woman who tragically lost her life during a stampede at the premiere of Pushpa 2: The Rule on December 4, 2024, in Hyderabad’s Sandhya Theatre. He also assured to cover medical expenses for her critically injured 13-year-old son, Sri Tej.

Expressing his grief on social media, Allu Arjun stated, “Deeply heartbroken by the tragic incident… I assure the family they are not alone in this pain.” He promised to meet the grieving family personally while respecting their need for space. In a Telugu video, he described the incident as shocking and urged fans to prioritize safety during public events.

Meanwhile, Hyderabad Police registered cases against Allu Arjun, his security team, and the theatre management for negligence under Sections 105 (culpable homicide not amounting to murder) and 118(1) (voluntarily causing hurt). The police stated that the theatre had failed to inform authorities about the actor’s visit or ensure proper security measures.

The tragedy unfolded as the overcrowded lower balcony caused suffocation. Police on duty attempted CPR and rushed Revathi and her son to Durgabai Deshmukh Hospital. While her son remains in critical condition, doctors advised transferring him to another hospital for advanced care.

The incident has raised serious concerns about public safety at high-profile film events.

Earlier…. Tragedy at Pushpa 2 Premiere: Woman Dead, Son Injured in Hyderabad Stampede

Hyderabad: A tragic incident unfolded on Wednesday night during the premiere of Allu Arjun’s highly anticipated film Pushpa 2 at Sandhya Theatre, RTC Crossroads, Hyderabad. A stampede occurred, resulting in the death of a woman, while her son sustained serious injuries and is currently fighting for his life.

Crowd Chaos:

The incident began when actor Allu Arjun made an appearance at the theatre to greet fans and attend the screening.
The unexpected arrival of the star caused fans to surge toward the theatre entrance in an attempt to catch a glimpse of him.
Stampede Ensues:

The large crowd lost control, leading to a stampede at the theatre.
A woman and her son were caught in the chaos, fell to the ground, and sustained severe injuries.
Police Action:

Police personnel present at the venue acted promptly, employing a mild lathi charge to disperse the unruly crowd.
The injured were pulled from the commotion, administered first aid on-site, and later transported to a hospital for further treatment.
Security Measures:

In response to the incident, police cordoned off the theatre and closed its gates to prevent further escalation.
Additional police reinforcements were deployed to the area to maintain order and ensure the safety of the remaining audience.

This tragic incident highlights the challenges of managing large crowds during high-profile events. Authorities are likely to investigate and implement stricter safety protocols for future premieres. A video of the incident is said to be circulating, capturing the chaotic scenes that led to the tragedy.

This heartbreaking event has overshadowed the excitement surrounding Pushpa 2’s release, leaving fans and the local community in shock and mourning.