Telangana CM and Telugu Film Industry Clash Over Pushpa 2 Stampede Tragedy

A meeting between Chief Minister Revanth Reddy and Tollywood leaders addresses accountability, safety measures, and strained relations following the fatal incident.

A stampede at Hyderabad's Sandhya Theatre during a Pushpa 2 screening on December 4 led to the death of a woman and injuries to her son, sparking a legal and political dispute.
Actor Allu Arjun, accused of culpable homicide, denies responsibility, claiming police were informed of his appearance, while authorities allege his actions and security team exacerbated the chaos.
Telangana CM Revanth Reddy emphasized shared responsibility for crowd control and announced a temporary ban on benefit shows and ticket hikes for films in the state.
The Telugu film industry, led by producer Dil Raju, met with the CM, discussing measures to improve safety and foster better relations between the government and the industry.
Political tensions have escalated, with BJP leaders accusing the Congress-led state government of targeting Tollywood for political gain, while Allu Arjun and the film’s team pledged ₹2 crore in support for the victim’s family.