Actor Allu Arjun expressed deep sorrow over the tragic incident at Sandhya Theatre, extending his heartfelt condolences to the grieving family during this incredibly difficult time. Assuring them they are not alone in their pain; he pledged to meet the family personally. While respecting their need for privacy to grieve, he affirmed his commitment to providing every possible assistance to help them navigate this challenging period.
The tragic incident occurred during the release of the film Pushpa 2: The Rule. A massive crowd gathered at Sandhya Theatre, leading to a suffocating rush when actor Allu Arjun arrived to watch the movie. Amid the chaos, a stampede ensued, resulting in the tragic death of a woman and critical injuries to two children. The police have filed a case against Allu Arjun, citing negligence in crowd management, as well as against the theatre management and the production team of Pushpa for mismanagement of security.
Allu Arjun reportedly charged ₹300 crore for Pushpa 2: The Rule, making him the highest-paid actor in India. In comparison, actress Rashmika Mandanna was paid ₹8 crore, and Fahadh Faasil received ₹8 crore for their roles. The film has become a historic success, being the first Indian movie to gross ₹174 crore in India and ₹297 crore worldwide within its initial days.
The film is already confirmed to receive a National Film Award and is expected to achieve international recognition, with more milestones anticipated in the coming days.