As scores of celebrities jetted off overseas to ring in the New Year, power couples Nayanthara-Vignesh Shivan and R Madhavan-Sarita Birje went for a double date to Dubai. In a picture shared by Nayanthara, the four can be seen getting cosy in blankets on a yacht near the waterfront. The background shows a Hilton hotel and other illuminated modern buildings, which are characteristic of Dubai's cityscape. Nayanthara and R Madhavan’s New Year’s Eve The photo was originally shared by Sarita on her Instagram stories, who wrote, “Making beautiful memories with beautiful people. Happy 2025.” Nayanthara re-shared the same and wrote in the caption, “The best time with sweetest Maddy sir and Sarita ma'am. Such a surreal night.” #Nayanthara Latest Instagram Story ✨👌 Making Beautiful Memories with Beautiful People 🥰✨🎉 #madhavan #Maddy @ActorMadhavan - #Nayanthara | #Ladysuperstar ✨ pic.twitter.com/vT5c4coe0A — Nayanthara Fans Club Kerala (@nayanthara_kfc) December 31, 2024 For those unversed, Madhavan and Nayanthara collaborated on the film ‘Test’ which is based on a test cricket match. With 'Test', Madhavan, who played a cricketer in the 2003 Tamil film 'Priyamana Thozhi', opted to work in a film based on cricket after about two decades. R Madhavan’s work front Meanwhile, on the work front, Madhavan will be seen sharing screen space with Kangana Ranaut in a pan-India psychological thriller. The film will be helmed by the Thalaivii director Vijay. R Madhavan and Kangana previously worked together in Tanu Weds Manu and Tanu Weds Manu Returns. He will also be seen in a new project also starring Ranveer Singh Sanjay Dutt, Akshaye Khanna, and Arjun Rampal. Aditya Dhar, who is best known for his national-award-winning film 'URI: The Surgical Strike', is directing this major feature. Nayanthara’s work front 'Lady Superstar' Nayanthara is set to star in a period action drama christened ‘Rakkayie’, which will mark the directorial debut of Senthil Nallasamy. The project for India’s MovieVerse Studios will see Nayanthara in an action-oriented role. It is set to be co-produced with Chennai-based Drumsticks Productions, known for films like ‘Yaanai’ and ‘Imaikkaa Nodigal.’ Earlier this year, Nayanthara made headlines due to her dispute with producer-actor Dhanush over the use of footage from their 2015 film ‘Naanum Rowdy Dhaan’ in her Netflix documentary. Nayanthara claimed Dhanush denied permission to use content from the film and served her with a Rs 10 crore legal notice over three seconds of behind-the-scenes footage.
31 December,2024 04:56 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondentAndhra Pradesh Deputy Chief Minister Pawan Kalyan reacted to the Sandhya theatre stampede caused during the Pushpa 2: The Rule premiere. While at one place Allu Arjun was arrested by Hyderabad police after he was held responsible for the death of a 35-year-old woman and serious injuries to her minor son, Pawan Kalyan on Monday said that the law does not give preferential treatment to anyone. Law should not give preferential treatment While reacting to netizens questioning the Telangana government for not being soft on the actor, Kalyan said, "Some are saying that the Telangana government should have gone soft, but the law should not give preferential treatment to anyone. That’s what the law says." Pawan Kalyan, who is a close relative of Pushpa 2: The Rule star Allu Arjun, had said while addressing the reporter that he had declared in the Assembly that 'a mistake committed by him should also be punished.' Kalyan further said, "What they (movie makers) could have done was go to the victim’s home the very next day. The producers, director, or anyone from the team should have expressed their condolences and shown they are with the family in their grief. Had they done this, it wouldn’t have escalated like this." The entire blame was pushed on the hero Further, while backing Allu Arjun, the deputy CM stated that it is not at all right to push the entire blame on the hero of the film. While talking about the same, he shared, “But what happened was that the entire blame was pushed on the hero, making him the lone target. I didn’t find that correct. During the later consequences, no one has guided them well, and once a case has been filed, you don’t question the police.” More about the Allu Arjun’s case While speaking in the Assembly on December 21, Chief Minister Revanth Reddy had come down heavily on Allu Arjun for visiting the theatre without police permission and conducting a ‘roadshow’ before entering the theatre and also one while leaving the theatre after the stampede. Hours later, Allu Arjun addressed a press conference, terming the allegations as false. He also stated he was hurt over character assassination. The day after the stampede, the police booked the theatre management, Allu Arjun, and his team for culpable homicide not amounting to murder.
31 December,2024 10:54 AM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondentActor Yash, who will be celebrating his birthday on January 8 shared a heartfelt letter addressing his fans. The KGF star has mentioned that he will not be in town due to a busy shoot schedule, and has urged his admirers to be mindful and prioritise safety in terms of grand gestures and gatherings. Yash’s concern comes after three fans died during his 2024 birthday celebrations. Yash urges fans to prioritise safety on his birthday Yash took to X and posted a letter addressed to his fans which read, “As the new year dawns, it's a time for reflection, resolutions, and charting a new course. The love you all have showered on me over the years has been nothing short of phenomenal. But, there have been some unfortunate incidents too.” He continued, “It's time for us to change our language of love, especially when it comes to the celebration of my birthday. The expression of your love should not be in grand gestures and gatherings. The greatest gift for me is knowing you are safe, setting positive examples, achieving your goals, and spreading joy.” “I will be busy shooting and will not be in town on my birthday. However, the warmth of your wishes will always reach me and be my constant companion, fueling my spirit and inspiring me. Stay safe, and I wish you all a very happy 2025,” added Yash. 🙏 pic.twitter.com/lmTH0lqiDx — Yash (@TheNameIsYash) December 30, 2024 Tragic deaths on Yash’s birthday Earlier this year on his birthday (2024), three of his fans in the Gadag district of Karnataka lost their lives while erecting a large birthday cutout. The actor had immediately traveled to meet the bereaved families, offering support and condolences. After this tragic event, Yash urged his fans to refrain from hanging banners, engaging in dangerous bike chases, and taking reckless selfies. He insisted that these actions were not a genuine expression of love. In an interview, Yash stated, "If you are a true fan of mine, then do your work diligently, dedicate your life to yourself, and be happy and successful." In another incident in 2019, a fan tragically self-immolated after being unable to meet Yash on his birthday. Even then, Yash appealed to his fans that such actions were not a true reflection of fandom and implored them never to resort to such drastic measures. Ahead of his birthday this year, he is taking a proactive step to protect his fans' safety. He made a sincere plea for restraint, emphasizing that their safety and well-being were the greatest gifts he could ever receive. Yash is currently filming 'Toxic: A Fairytale For Grown-ups.' Jointly produced by Venkat K Narayana and Yash under KVN Productions and Monster Mind Creations, the upcoming film has generated significant excitement and anticipation. Directed by Geetu Mohandas, this ambitious project promises to be a massive entertainer for the audiences.
30 December,2024 07:20 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondentAfter the teaser release of Global Star Ram Charan’s upcoming film Game Changer, the recent pre-release event in Dallas (USA) hyped the film. According to sources, the filmmakers have spent around Rs 75 crore on the filming of the songs of the film alone. The film has a total of five songs. The film starring Ram Charan and Kiara Advani is based on an honest IAS officer's fight against a corrupt political system and how he tries to establish free and fair elections. Everything to know about Game Changer songs 1. Jaragandi song was shot for over 13 days in a specially built 70 feet hill-village set. Shot with around 600 dancers for 8 days, Prabhu Dheva choreographed the dance moves. He worked ‘out of gratitude’ for director Shankar since the latter was the one who launched him as an actor. Interestingly, for the first time, eco-friendly costumes were used for the song designed by Ashwin-Rajesh. The material used in the costume was Jampanara (jute). 2. Raa Macha Macha is an introduction song of Ram Charan in the film choreographed by Ganesh Acharya. The song is a tribute to Indian dance forms & folklore art and features more than 1000 folk dancers alongside the actor. A tribute to India’s rich culture, the song showcases a wide array of folk dances from different regions. 3. NaaNaa Hyraanaa is the first Indian song to be shot on an 'infrared camera’ which brings out various colours making it a dreamy sequence. The song, which was shot on Ram Charan and Kiara Advani in picturesque locations in New Zealand, is a fusion of Western and Carnatic sounds. It is described as the ‘melody of the year.’ Manish Malhotra designed the costumes for the song. Music composer Thaman came up with a unique programming idea to bring a different modality to create a unique sound with a lot of monotone. The song, which was shot in 6 days featuring several dancers from the country, captures the purity and innocence of intense love. 4. Dhop song is a techno dance number. It was shot during the COVID-19 second wave. Around 100 professional dancers were brought in from Russia in a special flight for the song which was shot lavishly for over 8 days in three different lavish sets in Ramoji Film City. Manish Malhotra designed the costumes for the song. With catchy lyrics, and impressive choreography, the lyrical video of Dhop also has futuristic visuals. Ram Charan and Kiara Advani set the screen on fire with sizzling dance moves. 5. The fifth song is the surprise package – the filmmakers wanted the audiences to watch it on the silver screen and feel the thrill. The song was shot amid the backdrop of Godavari. Game Changer is set for release in Telugu, Tamil, and Hindi on January 10, 2025, as a Sankranti festival special.
30 December,2024 01:12 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondentWhat inspires one of the country’s biggest superstars to direct a children’s movie? That is where we begin our conversation with Mohanlal, as his new drama, Barroz, hits theatres across the country. “Children are increasingly drawn to screens, be it to participate in games, watch videos, or scroll through social media content. [This consumption] comes at the cost of the outdoor activities that were once a staple part of people’s childhood. Children would climb trees, play in the fields, tell stories, and explore their creativity in ways that shaped their understanding of the world. Today, those moments of wonder and connection are becoming rare. So, I thought we should do something for children,” he says of his directorial debut that is being widely dubbed as a visual spectacle. Pics/IMDB, Instagram Actors who’ve turned attention to direction will agree that helming even a regular production comes with a host of challenges. The obstacles in Mohanlal’s way were multifold, given that Barroz is a technologically advanced 3D offering that demanded the use of contemporary filmmaking methods. Direction, he says, required him to be uncomfortable with the unknown. “You need special cameras and [an understanding of] colours, costumes, and makeup. Everything is different from the normal filmmaking process. I have done this [been part of films] for 47 years, and here is something new. We created animated characters and underwater sequences. We have a fully animated underwater song sequence starring the main characters,” he says, asserting that he also had to exercise restraint while employing technology to ensure it did not hamper the storytelling. “Too many complicated shots could affect the storyline. Excessive camera movements and tilting could cause nausea or disorientation for the viewer. So, I had to think from the perspective of the audience. I have to credit Santosh Sivan for his groundwork. The 3D glasses [he chose] reduce screen brightness [and enhance] colour perception, especially in the shots for which we had to compensate during the shoot. The visual effects too needed to be rendered with the depth, which could be computationally intensive and expensive.” Mohanlal may have put his prowess as an actor on display for several years, but taking on a new role enabled him to showcase his artistry in a different way. “To direct a film, one must be patient and committed. Your passion and integrity must be [evident]. This is a requirement for every film, but a movie like this one needs you to be stronger because each day is complicated. Post-production is the most difficult part of making it.” Rubbishing claims that superstars are not given the freedom to experiment, he says he has taken the decision to be part of all kinds of cinema ever since he began his journey. “As an actor, I developed myself inside that aura. You have to approach cinema with passion. There has been a beautiful flow in my life for 47 years. I never stop feeding the excited kid in me.” We can’t part ways with the actor without asking him about the Drishyam franchise that has been fronted by him since 2015, and whose Hindi remake—led by Ajay Devgn—gained unwavering attention from Bollywood fans. Would the third edition of the franchise be underway soon? “We are trying [to create it],” he confirms. “But it’s not that easy. To make the sequel, it took us six years. So, when we create another edition, we must be careful. We should not ridicule the appreciation we have received from the audience.”
30 December,2024 11:44 AM IST | Mumbai | Mohar BasuGlobal Star Ram Charan teamed up with visionary filmmaker Shankar for the much-anticipated pan-India project 'Game Changer', which is slated for a worldwide release on January 10. Recently, the makers held a grand pre-release event in Dallas, which was a major success. That was the first pre-release event for an Indian film held in the USA. Now, 'Game Changer' has set another record. The tallest cutout for Ram Charan standing at 256 feet was erected at Vajra Grounds in Brindavan Colony, Vijayawada, today in the presence of thousands of mega fans. The film's producer, Dil Raju attended the event as a chief guest. This tallest cutout also secured a place in the International Wonder Book of Records. Ram Charan has become mega boss: Dil Raju Speaking at the event, Dil Raju said, "I have the trailer on my phone. But we have to work on it a lot before it reaches you. These days, the trailer decides the movie's fate. You will get to witness the trailer on January 1 on the occasion of the New Year. Vijayawada is the maternal home of Telugu cinema. I thank the entire city, Mega fans, Power Star fans, and Mega Power Star fans for setting up another historic record by erecting this 256-foot cutout for Ram Charan." He further went on to say, "Starting his career as a Supreme Hero 40-50 years back, he emerged as a Mega Star. Now, he has become the one and only Boss...Mega Boss. He became a Mega Star through his hard work and also gave us Power Star, Mega Power Star, Bunny, Sai Dharam Tej, and Varun Tej. You have been supportive of him over the last 40-50 years. I thank you for showing your support once again by erecting this massive 256-foot cutout for Charan." Dil Raju said that the pre-release event of Game Changer will be held either on January 4 or January 5, as per Power Star Pawan Kalyan's appointment. He said, "We did an event in America, and it was a grand success. After such a successful event, we wanted to make a bigger event as our Deputy CM Pawan Kalyan garu attends it. The event's date will be decided after Pawan Kalyan garu gives his time. That should be a historic event." Explaining Chiranjeevi's response to the film, Dil Raju said, "I called Chiranjeevi garu at 1 pm today and asked him to watch it. He started watching it at 2:45 pm. I was tense about his opinion. As soon as I reached this venue, I got a call from him. He asked me to tell you all that we are going to hit the box office hard this Sankranthi. I can assure you that on January 10, you will see the Mega and Power side of Mega Power Star." He said that this Sankranthi will be massive for the Global Star fans. Raju stated, "What I felt when Shankar garu narrated the story to me four years ago is what Chiranjeevi garu felt today after watching the movie. You will see the full-fledged action prowess of Ram Charan as an IAS officer, a police officer, and a person with political qualities. You will enjoy Shankar garu's songs on the big screen. He shot every song for 10-12 days. I requested Shankar garu to make a film within 2 hours and 45 minutes, and he gave an exact output of the same time. It has all the commercial ingredients. Theatres will erupt with all the scenes between the hero and villain. Get ready for the New Year and Sankranthi. We will celebrate it at another level." About Game Changer Game Changer features Ram Charan in a dual role, one as a powerful IAS officer and the other as an honest man who wants to make a difference in society. The film features an ensemble cast, including Kiara Advani, Anjali, SJ Suryah, Srikanth, Samuthirakani, Sunil, Naveen Chandra, and others. Star music director S. Thaman scored the music for the film, while the renowned DOP S. Thirunavukkarasu handled the cinematography. Dil Raju and Sirish are producing the project under Sri Venkateshwara Creations, Dil Raju Productions, and Zee Studios. Game Changer is set to release worldwide on January 10, 2025, in Telugu, Tamil, and Hindi. The film is being released in Tamil by SVC and Aditya Ram Movies, while AA Films’ Anil Thadani is handling the Hindi release.
30 December,2024 10:58 AM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondentMalayalam film and television actor Dileep Shankar was found dead in a hotel room on Sunday. Reports have it that the police have registered a complaint after a hotel staff member found him dead in the room. Reportedly, Dileep checked into the hotel room about four days back while he was shooting for a TV show called Panchagni. The update further claimed that the hotel staff shared that Dileep had not left his room for two days, and the foul smell led them to break into the room where they found him dead. Dileep Shankar dead A report in Hindustan Times claims that Dileep had checked into the hotel in Thiruvananthapuram four days ago. After two days of him not leaving the room, the foul smell emanating from the room led the hotel staff to barge in. After they found him dead, the staff immediately informed the police, who arrived on the scene. Cantonment ACP told News9Live that the information about the cause of death and other aspects of the case will be disclosed after the post-mortem, though no foul play has been detected, according to the police. Seema G. Nair penned a long note After the news of Dileep's demise surfaced online, actor Seema G. Nair penned a long and emotional tribute to the late actor through a Facebook post. “You called me five days ago, and I couldn’t talk because I had a headache that day. Now I found out the news when a journalist called me. What happened to you, Dileep…why did this happen, God, I don’t even know what to write…my tributes to you,” actor Seema G. Nair penned. Reports have it that Dileep was suffering from some health-related issues, but nothing has been clarified on that part. Meanwhile, the director of the show Dileep was working on also talked about the tragic incident. Director Manoj, while talking to Manorama, shared that the team had called for a two-day break from the shooting, and during this time, the actor did not answer calls from him or his co-stars. He was totally missing in action, as per what was informed by the director of the show.
29 December,2024 05:40 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondentDays after pictures and videos of Sai Pallavi dancing at her sister Pooja’s wedding went viral, the actress finally dropped a series of pictures on Instagram with an emotional post. Sai shared what she felt about her sibling tying the knot and also thanked everyone who showered the couple with love and positivity. Sai Pallavi’s emotional post for newly married sister Pooja Sai Pallavi’s sister Pooja Kannan got engaged to Vineeth in January this year. The couple tied the knot in September. Taking to Instagram, the actress who was the bridesmaid, wrote, "Lil did I know that my sister’s wedding would also be the next phase of my life! I witnessed every soul present in the ceremony tear up, bless them, and dance in joy! I wasn’t ready to let Pooju take this big step because this was new to me and I couldn’t advise her on pros and cons like I always did with things in life. But in my heart, I knew that my dear @v1n33 will pamper and love Pooju the way I do, or maybe even more! It’s been three months since the wedding and I’ve never been this right in my life. I thank God and everyone who showered them with love and positivity." View this post on Instagram A post shared by Sai Pallavi (@saipallavi.senthamarai) For the wedding, Sai Pallavi opted for a white saree complemented with simple jewellery and light makeup. She wore jasmine flowers in her hair. Sai Pallavi’s acting front Sai Pallavi will next be seen in Thandel with Naga Chaitanya. Directed by Chandoo Mondeti, produced by Bunny Vas under the prestigious Geetha Arts banner, and presented by Allu Aravind, the film's production is nearing completion, and the makers have officially announced the release date as February 7, 2025. Sai will also be seen in Nitesh Tiwari’s Ramayana with Ranbir Kapoor. She will essay the role of Sita. Earlier this month, she firmly dismissed rumours claiming she adopted a vegetarian diet for her role. Most of the times, Almost every-time, I choose to stay silent whenever I see baseless rumours/ fabricated lies/ incorrect statements being spread with or without motives(God knows) but it’s high-time that I react as it keeps happening consistently and doesn’t seem to cease;… https://t.co/XXKcpyUbEC — Sai Pallavi (@Sai_Pallavi92) December 11, 2024 She wrote on X, "Most of the time, almost every time, I choose to stay silent when I see baseless rumors, fabricated lies, and incorrect statements being spread--whether with or without motives (God knows). But it's high time I react as it keeps happening consistently and doesn't seem to cease, especially around the time of my films' releases, announcements, or cherishable moments of my career!"
29 December,2024 02:45 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondentAmid the success of Pushpa 2: The Rule, the makers unveiled the track Dum Hai To Rok Ke Bata from the film on Saturday. Allu Arjun's captivating moves and Fahadh Faasil's commanding presence in the song have grabbed the attention of netizens.The track features vocals by Javed Ali, Keerthi Sagathia, and Pooja AV, with lyrics penned by Irshad Kamil. According to Mythri Movie Makers, the official production house of Pushpa 2: The Rule, the film has surpassed the Rs 1,500 crore mark in worldwide box office collections. Watch Video On the massive success of Pushpa 2: The Rule, Allu Arjun expressed his heartfelt gratitude to fans at the "Thank You India" press meet. He said, "I have to say something about the box office number. The number you see is a reflection of the people's love. The numbers are temporary, but the love that is etched in your hearts will remain forever. Thank you for that love." Directed by Sukumar and produced by Mythri Movie Makers and Muttamsetty Media, the film stars Allu Arjun, Rashmika Mandanna, and Fahadh Faasil, reprising their roles as Pushpa Raj, Srivalli, and Bhanwar Singh Shekhawat. This story has been sourced from a third party syndicated feed, agencies. Mid-day accepts no responsibility or liability for its dependability, trustworthiness, reliability and data of the text. Mid-day management/mid-day.com reserves the sole right to alter, delete or remove (without notice) the content in its absolute discretion for any reason whatsoever
29 December,2024 08:08 AM IST | Mumbai | ANIIndian cricketer Nitish Kumar Reddy's Pushpa moment has left the internet buzzing. After completing his half-century earlier in the day, the cricketer turned towards the crowd at the stadium and gave the audience the moment of the day as he recreated Allu Arjun's famous Pushpa Jukega Nahi Sala gesture from his recently released film Pushpa 2: The Rule. Nitish Kumar’s Pushpa style As Nitish Kumar Reddy scored his half-century in the Test match, he turned towards the crowd, picked up his bat, and made the gesture, Allu Arjun's signature move, ‘thaggede le’ (I won’t back down) with his bat. The video of the viral moment had the internet gushing over his style. Now, the team of the Allu Arjun starrer has also acknowledged Reddy's move. While re-sharing the widely shared video on their X account, the makers responded by writing, “#AssaluThaggedhele #Pushpa2 #WildFirePushpa." #AssaluThaggedhele 🔥💥🤙🏻#Pushpa2 #WildFirePushpa https://t.co/LuepRxlLH7 — Pushpa (@PushpaMovie) December 28, 2024 Pushpa fire grows Mumbai Indians also praised NKR's game in Pushpa style as they shared a poster of Nitish doing the famous gesture and wrote, "NKR ek naam nahi, 𝗕𝗥𝗔𝗡𝗗 hai!" They also congratulated him for completing his maiden century in the Test match in a separate post, writing, “A WILD FIRE Knock indeed!! Congratulations on your maiden test ton #NitishKumarReddy. #Pushpa2.” A WILD FIRE Knock indeed!! 🔥💥🤙🏻 Congratulations on your maiden test ton 🔥🔥 #NitishKumarReddy #Pushpa2 https://t.co/TxP0dt6YZh — Pushpa (@PushpaMovie) December 28, 2024 The Pushpa fever grew over BCCI too, who shared about Nitish Kumar's maiden century by writing "Fire Nahi Wild Fire Hai" in Hindi. The line Pushpa jhukega nahi saala from the film, which translates to "Pushpa will never bow down, damn it!", represents the protagonist’s unwavering resolve to confront insurmountable challenges without yielding. In a similar vein, Reddy’s knock symbolized his resilience in the face of adversity. About Nitish Kumar & the ongoing match Washington and Nitish displayed a stupendous and gritty performance at the Melbourne Test, cementing a partnership of 127 runs, bailing India out of a gloomy situation. At just 21 years old, Reddy has now emerged as India’s third-highest run-scorer and the fifth-highest scorer in this year’s Border-Gavaskar Trophy. He has accumulated 240 runs in the series, averaging 60 with a strike rate of 70.38. Reddy’s innings was significant not only for his personal achievement but also for its contribution to India’s fortunes in the match. Coming in with India at 191 for 6, Reddy formed a crucial partnership of over 100 runs with Washington Sundar, rescuing the team from the threat of a follow-on. With India still trailing by more than 150 runs, Reddy and Sundar will have plenty of work ahead of them. However, the pitch in Melbourne has settled, offering the Indian batsmen an opportunity to wear down the Australian pace attack and claw their way back into the contest.
28 December,2024 04:39 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondentActor Allu Arjun is set to appear virtually before the Nampally Court later on Friday in the Sandhya Theatre stampede case. The actor has also filed a petition for regular bail and the same is likely to come up for hearing later in the day. Allu Arjun was arrested on December 13 in the case registered against him in connection with the December 4 stampede at Sandhya Theatre during the premiere show of ‘Pushpa 2: The Rule’ that had claimed the life of a woman. The Nampally Court had sent the actor to judicial custody for 14 days. His lawyers approached the High Court, which granted him interim bail the same day. The High Court had asked him to move the trial court for regular bail. The actor, who was named accused number 11 in the case, was released from Chanchalguda Jail the next day. As the 14-day judicial remand period ends on December 27, the actor has to present himself before the court for further proceedings. Allu Arjun’s lawyers sought the court’s permission for his virtual appearance on the ground that his personal appearance in the court may lead to a chaotic situation at the court premises. The actor’s lawyers Niranjan Reddy and Ashok Reddy have filed a regular bail petition. The police had interrogated Allu Arjun on December 24. He was questioned for three hours at Chikkadpally Police Station on the basis of a 10-minute video prepared by the police by compiling CCTV footage of the incident. The police had released the video to debunk the actor’s claims about the incident. While speaking in the Assembly on December 21, Chief Minister Revanth Reddy had come down heavily on Allu Arjun for visiting the theatre without police permission and conducting a ‘roadshow’ before entering the theatre and also one while leaving the theatre after the stampede. Hours later, Allu Arjun addressed a press conference, terming the allegations as false. He also stated he was hurt over character assassination. Day after the stampede, the police booked the theatre management, Allu Arjun and his team for culpable homicide not amounting to murder.
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