Tragic Chaos At Pushpa 2 Premiere In Hyderabad: Woman Dies, Child Critical After Stampede

The premiere of Pushpa 2 in Hyderabad turned tragic on Wednesday night as a massive crowd gathered at Sandhya Theatre, RTC Crossroads, resulting in a stampede-like situation.

The premiere of Pushpa 2 in Hyderabad turned tragic on Wednesday night as a massive crowd gathered at Sandhya Theatre, RTC Crossroads, resulting in a stampede-like situation. A 39-year-old woman, Revathi, tragically lost her life, while her child remains in critical condition.

Woman dies in stampede at Pushpa 2 premiere in Hyderabad

According to Mathrubhumi, Revathi, a resident of Dilsukhnagar, had attended the event with her husband, Bhaskar, and their two children. The chaos erupted around 10:30 PM when Allu Arjun made a surprise visit to the screening. Despite heavy police and security presence, the crowd surged uncontrollably to catch a glimpse of the star, leading to the unfortunate incident.

Videos on social media showed the chaotic scenes, including a man attempting to revive the unconscious child with CPR. The main gate of the theatre also collapsed during the turmoil.

 

Revathi was rushed to a hospital, where she succumbed to her injuries, while her child remains under critical care. Allu Arjun, escorted by security, was seen briefly addressing the crowd and urging them to make way for vehicles before leaving the premises.

About the Film

Pushpa 2: The Rule is the sequel to Sukumar’s 2021 blockbuster Pushpa: The Rise. Featuring Allu Arjun, Rashmika Mandanna, and Fahadh Faasil reprising their roles, the film is produced by Mythri Movie Makers and Sukumar Writings, with music composed by Devi Sri Prasad. It is anticipated to achieve a massive box-office opening this week.