Date: December 05, 2024
Stampede at Sandhya Theatre During Pushpa 2 Premiere
Stampede at Sandhya Theatre During Pushpa 2 Premiere
The grand release of Pushpa 2: The Rule sparked nationwide celebrations, with fans flocking to theaters in large numbers. However, the excitement turned tragic at Hyderabad’s Sandhya Theatre, located in RTC Cross Roads, where an unexpected stampede led to the death of a woman and left two others injured.
Allu Arjun’s Surprise Visit Attracts Huge Crowds at Sandhya Theatre
Superstar Allu Arjun, the lead actor of the Pushpa series, made a surprise visit to Sandhya Theatre to watch the premiere with fans. His appearance created a massive buzz, drawing an overwhelming crowd eager to catch a glimpse of the star. The celebrations, however, soon spiraled out of control.
Details of the Incident
Revathi (39), a resident of Dilsukhnagar, attended the premiere with her husband Bhaskar and their two children, Tej (9) and Sanvi (7). Amid the chaos, Revathi collapsed due to the uncontrollable crowd and was immediately rushed to Durgabhai Deshmukh Hospital. Tragically, she passed away during treatment, while her children remain under medical observation.
Injuries and Lathi Charge
The overcrowding outside the theater led to a stampede, resulting in injuries to multiple individuals. The injured were quickly taken to nearby hospitals for treatment. Authorities reportedly resorted to a lathi charge to disperse the crowd, which may have caused additional injuries.
Awaiting Statements
As of now, neither the movie’s production team nor the theater management has issued an official statement regarding the incident. More details are awaited as investigations continue into what caused the chaos to escalate to such an extent.
A Tragic Shadow Over Pushpa 2’s Release
While the release of Pushpa 2 has created unprecedented excitement, this unfortunate event has cast a shadow over the celebrations. Fans and authorities are now urging stricter crowd management measures to prevent such tragedies in the future.