Actor Allu Arjun faces police inquiry regarding the tragic Hyderabad theatre stampede that claimed one life and injured several others.
December 24, 2024: Hyderabad: Telugu superstar Allu Arjun appeared before the Hyderabad Police on Tuesday to answer critical questions regarding the Sandhya Theatre stampede incident that resulted in the tragic death of a 35-year-old woman and left her son critically injured. The stampede occurred during a special screening event for Pushpa 2: The Rise earlier this month.
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Key Questions Asked by the Police:
- Did you know police permission was denied for your presence at the premiere?
- Who decided to proceed with the plan despite permission being denied?
- Were you informed by any police officer about the stampede?
- When did you become aware of the woman’s death?
These questions are part of the police investigation into whether Mr. Arjun’s presence at the venue triggered the tragic incident and if protocol violations contributed to the chaos.
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The Timeline of Events:
- December 13: Allu Arjun was arrested nine days after the incident.
- Judicial Custody: Sentenced to 14-day judicial custody but was later granted interim bail by the Telangana High Court citing fundamental rights and possible police overreach.
- Stampede Incident: The police claim Mr. Arjun’s arrival at 9:30 PM caused fans to rush toward him, exacerbating the crowd situation.
- Police Allegations: Police also accused theatre bouncers of behaving recklessly, focusing solely on the actor’s security while neglecting public safety.
Conflicting Claims:
- Allu Arjun has denied holding any impromptu roadshow, asserting he merely waved to fans before entering the theatre.
- A letter dated 48 hours before the event, allegedly requesting security arrangements for the actor’s visit, was shared by Mr. Arjun’s team.
- Police countered, stating that standard protocols were not followed for seeking event permissions.
Public Reaction and Aftermath:
- Protests: A group of university students vandalized parts of Mr. Arjun’s home, throwing tomatoes and breaking flower pots.
- Support from Peers: Fellow actors have spoken in defense of Allu Arjun, arguing that the responsibility cannot solely rest on him.
- Compensation Announced: Allu Arjun announced ₹25 lakh compensation for the victim’s family, with the film’s producers contributing an additional ₹50 lakh.
Statements from the Victim’s Family:
The woman’s husband publicly stated that he does not hold Allu Arjun responsible and is prepared to withdraw the police case against the actor. He also acknowledged the support extended by Mr. Arjun during this difficult time.
The police investigation remains ongoing, with focus on determining accountability and ensuring that such incidents do not repeat in future high-profile events.
Tags: Allu Arjun, Pushpa 2 Stampede, Hyderabad Theatre Tragedy, Sandhya Theatre Incident, Police Inquiry, Celebrity Accountability, Telugu Cinema, Public Safety, Crowd Management.
