Pushpa 2 Premiere Turns Fatal : A life lost during stampede at Sandhya Theatre

Tragedy at Sandhya Theatre

On December 4, 2024, a tragic stampede at Sandhya Theatre in Hyderabad marked a dark moment in the excitement surrounding the premiere of Pushpa 2: The Rule. A surprise appearance by actor Allu Arjun led to uncontrollable crowds, resulting in the unfortunate death of a 39-year-old woman, Revathi, and critical injuries to her young son.

The incident has sparked widespread criticism of the theatre's poor crowd management and lack of emergency preparedness. Officials noted that the absence of adequate arrangements or prior warnings about the actor's presence contributed to the chaos. CPR was administered on-site, but efforts to save the woman failed.

Following this, the Hyderabad police arrested the theatre owner and two managers on charges of negligence. The tragedy serves as a stark reminder of the need for rigorous crowd control measures and safety protocols at high-profile events to prevent such incidents in the future.

Actor Allu Arjun has pledged ₹25 lakh to the family of a fan who tragically lost her life during a stampede at Hyderabad's Sandhya Theatre during the screening of Pushpa 2: The Rule. The victim, Revathi, a mother of two, succumbed to injuries, while her son Sri Tej remains in critical condition.

In a heartfelt video statement, Allu Arjun expressed his grief over the incident, emphasizing his commitment to assist the family emotionally and financially. Along with the monetary support, he has also assured to cover Sri Tej's medical expenses. The actor noted that such an incident had never occurred in his two decades of cinema and appealed to fans to prioritize safety at public events.

The tragic event led to legal actions against the actor, the security team, and the theater management. Telangana's government also announced stricter regulations to prevent such occurrences in the future