Minor fire incident at PVR Cinemas during the screening of Chhaava, no injuries reported
February 26, 2025: A fire broke out at Select CityWalk Mall’s PVR Cinemas in Delhi on Wednesday evening during the screening of Vicky Kaushal’s film Chhaava, triggering panic among moviegoers.
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What Happened?
VIDEO | A fire broke out at a cinema hall in Delhi's Select CityWalk Mall during the screening of the film 'Chhava' earlier today. As fire alarms started ringing in the hall, everybody rushed to the exit doors. The cinema hall was evacuated.
— Press Trust of India (@PTI_News) February 26, 2025
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- The fire started at around 5:42 PM when a section of the movie screen caught fire during the 4:15 PM show.
- Fire alarms went off, prompting an immediate evacuation of the cinema hall.
- A witness told PTI that people rushed to the exit doors as soon as they heard the alarms.
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Fire Department & Police Response
- Delhi Fire Services (DFS) received a call about the incident at 5:42 PM, and six fire tenders were dispatched.
- The fire was quickly brought under control by 5:55 PM.
- Delhi Police received a call at 5:57 PM, with the caller claiming that some people were trapped inside. However, no injuries were reported, and all individuals were safely evacuated.
Current Status
The fire is believed to have been minor, with no significant damage or casualties reported. Authorities are now investigating the cause of the fire and ensuring safety protocols are followed.
Final Thoughts
While the incident caused momentary chaos, quick action by authorities helped prevent any major mishap. Chhaava, which has been enjoying a strong run at the box office, faced an unexpected interruption, but screenings are expected to continue as usual.
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