Tollywood star Allu Arjun was arrested by the Chikkadapalli police of Hyderabad on December 13, 2024 in connection with the tragic stampede at the premiere of his film Pushpa 2.

What happened?

39-year-old Revathi lost her life and her son Sri Teja was seriously injured in the incident that took place at Sandhya Theater on December 4.

What caused the stampede?

According to officials, the stampede occurred due to an unruly crowd of fans attempting to enter the theater for a chance to see Allu Arjun. Police officials said that they were not informed in advance that the Pushpa 2 team would participate in the event, due to which crowd management measures were inadequate.

What are the allegations against the actor?

Allu Arjun, along with his security team and the management of Sandhya Theatre, are facing charges under sections 105 and 118(1) of the Indian Judicial Code (BNS). The charges relate to culpable homicide and voluntarily causing hurt.

An officer from the Chikkadapalli police station commented, “Lack of communication and preparation led to chaos, resulting in this tragic loss of lives.”

The case has sparked discussion over the responsibilities of celebrities and event organizers in ensuring public safety.

The incident has sent shockwaves through the entertainment industry, with many demanding strict rules for managing large gatherings at film events. Fans and social media users are divided, with some criticizing the lack of planning and others defending Allu Arjun, stating that the chaos has arisen due to excessive enthusiasm of fans.