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Discover why Allu Arjun was arrested following the Pushpa 2 stampede incident. Learn the full timeline of events and legal implications.
Allu Arjun Arrested: What Happened?
Telugu superstar Allu Arjun was arrested in connection with a stampede at Sandhya Theatre during the premiere of Pushpa 2 on December 4. The tragic event resulted in the death of a 35-year-old woman and left her 8-year-old son hospitalized.
Timeline of Events in Pushpa 2 Incident
The stampede occurred when a large crowd gathered to see Allu Arjun. The police arrested him under multiple sections of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita after questioning at the Chikkadpally police station. He was sent to 14-day judicial custody in Chanchalguda jail.
Pushpa 2 and Allu Arjun’s Role
In Pushpa 2: The Rule, Allu Arjun reprises his role as Pushpa Raj, alongside Rashmika Mandanna and Fahadh Faasil. The film is a sequel to the 2021 blockbuster that established Allu Arjun as a pan-India star.