Court Summons Actor Allu Arjun Over 'Pushpa 2' Theater Stampede
Court Summons Actor Allu Arjun Over 'Pushpa 2' Theater Stampede
Updated at: June 20, 2026 at 11:00 AM
On June 19, 2026, a local court in Nampally, Hyderabad, issued summons to famous actor Allu Arjun and 22 others.
This legal action stems from a tragic stampede that occurred on December 4, 2024, during a special premiere screening of the movie 'Pushpa 2: The Rule' at the Sandhya Theatre.
Tragically, a 39-year-old woman named Revathi lost her life, and her young son was seriously injured in the chaos.
Investigators have identified Allu Arjun as 'Accused No. 11,' alleging that the stampede was caused by massive crowds gathering to see the actor, despite the police denying permission for his visit.
While the actor was previously arrested and later granted bail, the court has now ordered all 23 accused to appear in person on June 22, 2026.
This incident has sparked a serious debate within the Indian film industry regarding the safety responsibilities of public figures and event organizers, reminding everyone that public safety must always come before promotional events.
