New Delhi. The Hyderabad Police on Monday issued fresh summons to actor Allu Arjun, asking him to appear in the case of the stampede that broke out at Sandhya theater during the premiere of “Pushpa 2” on December 4. A woman was killed and her son was seriously injured in this stampede. A case has been registered against the actor in this matter and he has been released on bail.
appearance at police station
Allu Arjun was directed to appear at Chikkadpally police station at 11 am on Tuesday. In the notice issued by Telangana Police, the actor was called to cooperate in the investigation and provide information regarding the facts related to the incident. The notice also said that the actor may have to visit the crime scene if necessary.
Allu Arjun reached Chikkadpally police station in Hyderabad #AlluArjun #NewsUpdate @himaninaithani pic.twitter.com/Nani8ItsJi
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What is Sandhya theater stampede case?
During the premiere of Pushpa 2, a huge crowd gathered at Sandhya Theater in Hyderabad, leading to a stampede. A woman died and her son was seriously injured in this stampede. Allu Arjun was arrested after this incident and spent a night in jail. At present, the actor is out on bail.
#WATCH Hyderabad, Telangana: Actor Allu Arjun leaves from his residence in Jubilee Hills
According to Sources, Hyderabad police have issued a notice to actor Allu Arjun, asking him to appear before them in connection with the Sandhya theater incident. pic.twitter.com/S4Y4OcfDWz
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Political controversy and demonstration
This incident has created a political controversy in Telangana. BJP and BRS accused the Congress government of deliberately cracking down on film personalities. At the same time, last Sunday some protesters damaged Allu Arjun’s property demanding justice for the deceased woman. Six protesters involved in the vandalism were arrested, but were later released on bail.
Statement of Allu Arjun and his father
Actor Allu Arjun has not yet issued any public statement in this matter. However, his father Allu Arvind, while speaking to the media, said, “Everyone saw what happened at our house today. But now is the time to exercise patience. The police have arrested the vandals and the law will take its course.”
expectations from the actor
Police have clarified that Allu Arjun will have to cooperate in the entire investigation process in this case. Considering the seriousness of the incident, the eyes of the film industry and fans are fixed on this matter.