Indian 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.
27 December,2024 01:59 PM IST | Hyderabad | IANSSuperstar Rajinikanth invited D Gukesh to his Chennai residence after he made history as the youngest World Chess Champion by defeating China's Ding Liren in the World Chess Championship 2024 in Singapore held from November 25-December 12. At the age of 18 years, Gukesh became the youngest FIDE World Championship title winner in history. Gukesh shared pictures of his meet on X. Thanks Superstar @rajinikanth sir for your warm wishes and inviting ,spending time and sharing your wisdom with us 🙏 pic.twitter.com/l53dBCVVJH — Gukesh D (@DGukesh) December 26, 2024 D Gukesh meets Rajinikanth Gukesh shared pictures of him along with his parents meeting Rajinikanth. Going by the frames, Thalaiva showered the chess champion with meaningful gifts. The first was a silk shawl and the second - was a book. Rajinikanth gave Gukesh Autobiography of a Yogi by Paramahansa Yogananda. Gukesh wrote in the caption, Thanks Superstar @rajinikanth sir for your warm wishes and inviting, spending time and sharing your wisdom with us.” The championship, tied at 6.5-6.5 heading into the final game, culminated in a stellar performance by Gukesh, who secured a 7.5-6.5 victory over Ding Liren. Following his triumph, Gukesh was overwhelmed with emotions and broke down in tears. Gukesh termed the win as the "best moment of his life" in the post-match press conference. When Gukesh finally received his trophy following his triumph in a heartwarming gesture, he handed it over to his parents immediately. Rajinikanth’s work front Rajinikanth remains one of the most revered and influential figures in Indian cinema. With a career spanning over four decades, he has starred in numerous films across languages including Tamil, Telugu, Kannada, Hindi, and English. His distinctive style, larger-than-life characters, and unparalleled screen presence have endeared him to millions worldwide and solidified his status as a cultural icon. Earlier this month, in a fitting tribute to the actor on his birthday, a statue of Rajinikanth was unveiled at the "Arulmigu Sri Rajini Temple" in Thirumangalam, Madurai, on December 11. The statue features Rajinikanth in his iconic role from the 1989 film Mappillai, fondly remembered by fans for portraying the actor's larger-than-life persona. The statue honours Rajinikanth's immense contributions to Indian cinema and reflects his popularity among audiences. Rajinikanth's influence extends beyond his on-screen roles. Rajinikanth's recent film Vettaiyan remains a hot topic among fans. The film, directed by TJ Gnanavel and produced by Subaskaran's Lyca Productions, was released in October and garnered widespread attention. The film features a star-studded ensemble cast including actors like Rana Daggubati, Amitabh Bachchan, Fahadh Faasil, Manju Warrier, Ritika Singh, Dushara Vijayan, and Abhirami.
26 December,2024 10:39 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondentTelangana Chief Minister Revanth Reddy held a meeting with Tollywood stars and filmmakers on Thursday, days after Allu Arjun’s arrest following the death of a woman on Pushpa 2 premiere day due to a stampede. Reddy assured the stalwarts that the government stands with the Telugu film industry. The meeting was held at the Telangana State Police Command and Control Centre at Banjara Hills in Hyderabad. Tollywood stars meet CM Revanth Reddy The delegation of influential people from Tollywood was led by Telangana Film Development Corporation (FDC) chairman Dil Raju. Among other attendees are actors like Nagarjuna, Varun Tej, Sai Dharam Tej, Kalyan Ram, Shiva Balaji, Adavi Sesh, Nithin, and Venkatesh. Directors including Koratala Siva, Anil Ravipudi, K Raghavendra Rao, Prashanth Varma, and Sai Rajesh, and Producers like Suresh Babu, KL Narayana, Damodhar, Allu Aravind, BVSN Prasad, Chinna Babu among others were present in the meeting. According to reports, Reddy asserted that there would be no compromise on law and order. The CM also said that celebrities must control their fans and the industry must be responsible. The CM later took to X and wrote, “Meetings were held with celebrities from the film industry. For the development of the film industry...To solve problems...There will be public government support. Assurance has been given.” సినీ పరిశ్రమకు చెందిన ప్రముఖులతో భేటీ కావడం జరిగింది. సినీ పరిశ్రమ అభివృద్ధికి…సమస్యల పరిష్కారానికి…ప్రజా ప్రభుత్వ సహకారం ఉంటుందని భరోసా ఇవ్వడం జరిగింది. ఈ భేటీలో…డిప్యూటీ సీఎం శ్రీ మల్లు భట్టి విక్రమార్క, సినిమాటోగ్రఫీ శాఖ మంత్రి…శ్రీ కోమటిరెడ్డి వెంకట్… pic.twitter.com/K8pmJkpykX — Revanth Reddy (@revanth_anumula) December 26, 2024 Why Allu Arjun was arrested Earlier, on December 4, when Allu Arjun attended the premiere of Pushpa 2: The Rule at Sandhya Theatre, a massive crowd gathered to catch a glimpse of the actor, and chaos ensued when he waved to fans from the sunroof of his car. This led to the tragic death of a woman named Revathi and injuries to her child. Following the incident, Allu Arjun was arrested and later released on bail after furnishing a Rs 50,000 bond. Telangana Chief Minister Revanth Reddy blamed Allu Arjun for the tragedy, stating in the Assembly that police had denied permission for any event at Sandhya Theatre due to safety concerns. The actor, however, dismissed the allegations, calling them an attempt at "character assassination." Earlier this year, Telangana Minister K Surekha linked former Minister and BRS leader KTR to the divorce of Tollywood actors Samantha and Naga Chaitanya, accusing KTR of tapping the phones of actors and blackmailing them. Surekha's remarks sparked massive controversy, with several BRS leaders as well as superstar and Naga Chaitanya's father, Nagarjuna Akkineni, condemning the remarks.
26 December,2024 04:18 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondentControversies refuse to die down around Telugu superstar Allu Arjun and his recently released film 'Pushpa 2: The Rule'. Amid the legal row including the superstar, the makers of the film has been taken down the song 'Dammunte Pattukora' from all social media sites shortly after its release online. Released by T-Series, the song, composed by Devi Sri Prasad and sung by Allu Arjun, features lyrics written by director Sukumar. The song was released online on December 24 and its bold lyrics made it go viral immediately. Some also questioned the timing of the song's release. The song captures the clash between Allu Arjun's Pushparaj and Fahadh Faasil's cop role Shekhawat. The lyrics of 'Dammunte Pattukora' include bold lines such as "If you've got the guts, catch me Shekhawat" and "If you catch me, I’ll abandon the syndicate". The song gained widespread attention for its bold lyrics. Some discussed the timing of the song's release and the implications the lyrics would have on Allu Arjun's ongoing case. He is the 11th accused in the case of a woman who died in a stampede that happened on the night of December 4 at Sandhya theatre during 'Pushpa 2' premiere. T-Series uploaded the song on all its channels on December 24. They later pulled down the song hours after its release online reportedly fearing a potential controversy. Allu Arjun and Pushpa 2 team announce Rs 2 crore aid to victim's family The stampede claimed the life of a woman and left her son critically injured. The eight-year-old child is currently battling for his life at a hospital in Hyderabad. The makers of Allu Arjun's Pushpa 2: The Rule have announced a total of Rs 2 crore in financial support for the eight-year-old boy. Speaking to the media, Allu Aravind, according to news agency PTI, said, “The boy, Sri Teja, is recovering. Now, he is not on a ventilator. To support the family, we should provide him Rs 2 crore: Rs 1 crore by Allu Arjun, Rs 50 lakh by Mythri Movie Makers, and Rs 50 lakh by director Sukumar. We will disburse this money through Telangana Film Development Corporation Chairman Dil Raju.” Allu Aravind also talked about the boy's condition and stated: “I cannot interact with the family due to the legal problems. With the police’s permission, once, 10 days back, I visited him. He was then recovering.” Earlier, Allu Arjun had announced that he would contribute a total of Rs 25 lakh to help the victim recover and would closely monitor his health. The latest update in the case also revealed that Allu Arjun was asked to appear for an inquiry after claims surfaced suggesting that Hyderabad Police had informed him about Revathi’s death during the stampede while he was at Sandhya Theatre watching his recently released film.
26 December,2024 01:13 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondentLiterary legend MT Vasudevan Nair breathed his last on Christmas evening at a Kozhikode hospital in Kerala. Renowned writer, Jnanpith Awardee and Padma Bhushan Awardee was 91 at the time of his passing. His mortal remains was brought to his home 'Sitara' late last night. Near and dear ones arrived at the residence to pay their final respects. Malayalam film superstar Mohanlal arrived at the residence at 5 am on Thursday to pay his respects. The actor was accompanied by director TK Rajeev Kumar and other colleagues. Reflecting on his cherished association with the Jnanpith awardee, Mohanlal said, "MT gave me some of the most memorable characters in my film career. He even travelled to Mumbai to watch my Sanskrit plays and used to meet him whenever I visited Kozhikode. Acting in roles penned by MT has been an unparalleled privilege." My mind feels empty: Mammootty On the other hand, superstar Mammootty also credited the legendary writer for giving him the best roles of his career. He penned a heartfelt and emotional note expressing his state of mind after losing Nair. "Some say it was MT who discovered me,” he started his long note. "But it was I who longed for him, prayed for him, and eventually found him. From the day I met him, our bond grew stronger—like a friend, like a brother.” Mammootty further penned a personal account from when he bumped into the writer at a recent event in Ernakulam, Kerala. "During the event, he stumbled, and I instinctively reached out to support him. As he leaned on my chest, I felt an inexplicable emotion—like I was his son. It was a moment that etched itself into my soul," the superstar recalled. He further expressed gratitude for being able to play characters penned by Nair. "To have a place in his heart is the greatest fortune my cinematic journey has given me. I have brought to life many of his characters, filled with his soul and essence. But none of that comes to mind now. An era seems to be fading away.” "My mind feels empty. I fold my hands in reverence," he concluded. PM Modi offers condolences Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Thursday expressed his grief on the demise of Malayali writer MT Vasudevan Nair who passed away in a private hospital in Kozhikode at the age of 91. Taking to social media X, the PM wrote that the writer was one of the most respected figures in Malayalam cinema and literature. "Saddened by the passing away of Shri MT Vasudevan Nair, one of the most respected figures in Malayalam cinema and literature. His works, with their profound exploration of human emotions, have shaped generations and will continue to inspire many more. He also gave voice to the silent and marginalize," the post read. Further, the Prime Minister also offered his condolences to the family and admirers of the writer. "My thoughts are with his family and admirers. Om Shanti," the post further read.
26 December,2024 11:19 AM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondentRenowned writer, Jnanpith Awarde and Padma Bhushan Awardee, MT Vasudevan Nair, passed away at a private hospital in Kerala's Kozhikode on Wednesday at the age of 91. His demise has left a profound void in the literary space in India. Soon after his demise, tributes poured in for the legendary writer. Among the many tributes, Malayalam superstar Mammootty's tribute stood out. He penned a heartfelt and emotional note expressing his state of mind after losing Nair. "Some say it was MT who discovered me,” he started his long note. "But it was I who longed for him, prayed for him, and eventually found him. From the day I met him, our bond grew stronger—like a friend, like a brother.” Mammootty further penned a personal account from when he bumped into the writer at a recent event in Ernakulam, Kerala. "During the event, he stumbled, and I instinctively reached out to support him. As he leaned on my chest, I felt an inexplicable emotion—like I was his son. It was a moment that etched itself into my soul," the superstar recalled. He further expressed gratitude for being able to play characters penned by Nair. "To have a place in his heart is the greatest fortune my cinematic journey has given me. I have brought to life many of his characters, filled with his soul and essence. But none of that comes to mind now. An era seems to be fading away.” "My mind feels empty. I fold my hands in reverence," he concluded. ചിലരെങ്കിലും പറയാറുണ്ട് എം.ടിയാണ് മമ്മൂട്ടിയെ കണ്ടെത്തിയതെന്ന്.കാണാൻ ആഗ്രഹിച്ചതും അതിനായി പ്രാർത്ഥിച്ചതും അങ്ങനെ അദ്ദേഹത്തെ കണ്ടെത്തിയതും ഞാനായിരുന്നു.കണ്ട ദിവസം മുതൽ ആ ബന്ധം വളർന്നു. സ്നേഹിതനെപ്പോലെ, സഹോദരനെപ്പോലെ അത് പെരുകി. നാലഞ്ച് മാസം മുമ്പ് എറണാകുളത്ത് ഒരു… pic.twitter.com/gQQ3WRJeZt — Mammootty (@mammukka) December 25, 2024 About Mammotty and Vasudevan Nair's association Mammootty and Vaseudevan Nair's collaboration goes way back to the 1980s. The actor's first credited role in the Malayalam film 'Vilkkanundu Swapnangal (1980) was penned by the writer. The duo collaborated on films like Trishna (1981), Adiyozhukkukal (1984), Aalkkoottathil Thaniye (1984), Anubandham (1985), Idanilangal (1985), Oru Vadakkan Veeragatha (1989), Utharam (1989), Midhya (1990), Sukrutham (1994), and Kerala Varma Pazhassi Raja (2009). Earlier this year, Mammootty played the role of a semi-autobiographical version of MT in the ZEE5 anthology series 'Manorathangal'. The series also featured shorts starring Mohanlal, Parvathy, Fahadh Faasil, and others.
26 December,2024 10:25 AM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondentA viral video is doing the rounds on social media that claims Ajith danced to the song 'Oo Antava' from the movie 'Pushpa: The Rise' starring Allu Arjun. A video being shared by several clubs claiming to feature the Tamil superstar is going viral. The video sees a man dressed in black formals, sporting grey hair pulling off energetic moves to the popular song at a wedding sangeet. #Ajith sir #Pushpa song 🥵🥵🥵🥵🥵🥵🥵🥵🥵💥💥💥💥 @alluarjun #Pushpa2 pic.twitter.com/xycjq3z6ge — Phani Bunny Fan🪓 (@SaiphaniSaisri1) December 25, 2024 While the man in the image has strikingly similar features to that of actor Ajith, it is not him. The confusion was majorly caused by the hairstyle which is similar to Ajith. The original video in HD quality is available on the Instagram handle of Anusha Wedding Choreography who choreographed the moves of the performance. The video was shared in April 2022 and had gone viral back then. The man in the video is the bride's father who brought the floor down with his performance. The video was so viral that it made it to news portals and channels as well back then. View this post on Instagram A post shared by 𝐀𝐧𝐮𝐬𝐡𝐚 𝐖𝐞𝐝𝐝𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐂𝐡𝐨𝐫𝐞𝐨𝐠𝐫𝐚𝐩𝐡𝐲 (@anushaweddingchoreography) Ajith attends PV Sindhu wedding Meanwhile, Ajith was recently seen at the wedding reception of badminton champion PV Sindhu and her husband Venkata Datta Sai. The actor was accompanied by his wife Shalini and their kids. Ajith was seen looking fit in a black tuxedo for the occasion. He was also seen on the stage with the newlyweds. He interacted with them, posed and blessed the couple before leaving. The reception in Hyderabad was also attended by Chiranjeevi, Nagarjuna, Mrunal Thakur and Telangana CM Revanth Reddy.
26 December,2024 10:19 AM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondentRenowned writer, Jnanpith Awarde and Padma Bhushan Awarde, MT Vasudevan Nair, passed away at a private hospital in Kerala's Kozhikode on Wednesday at the age of 91.Vasudevan Nair, popularly know n as MT, is regarded as one of the most successful writers of novels and screenplays in Malayalam. He also wrote essays, short stories, travelogues and even directed films. Following his demise, the Kerala government has declared official mourning on December 26 and 27 to honour MT Vasudevan Nair, according to a statement from the Chief Minister's Office (CMO). Chief Minister Pinarayi Vijayan has directed the postponement of all government events, including the Cabinet meeting scheduled for December 26, as a mark of respect, the statement added. MT was born in 1933 at Kudallur, a small village in Anakkara panchayat in Pattambi Taluk, Palakkad district. At the age of 20, while studying chemistry, he won the prize for the best short story in Malayalam at the World Short Story Competition conducted by The New York Herald Tribune. His first major novel, Naalukettu (Ancestral Home- translated to English as The Legacy), written at the age of 23, won the Kerala Sahitya Akademi Award in 1958. His other novels include Manju (Mist), Kaalam (Time), Asuravithu (The Prodigal Son - translated to English as The Demon Seed), and Randamoozham ('The Second Turn' translated to English as 'Bhima - Lone Warrior'). The deep emotional experiences of his early life significantly influenced his work. Many of his novels focus on the traditional family structure and culture of Kerala, with several of them being ground-breaking in the history of Malayalam literature. His three seminal novels on life in the matriarchal family in Kerala -- Naalukettu, Asuravithu, and Kaalam -- are widely regarded as some of his best works. Randamoozham, which retells the story of the Mahabharatha from Bhimasena's perspective, is considered his masterpiece. MT directed seven films and wrote the screenplay for around 54 films. He won the National Film Award for Best Screenplay four times for Oru Vadakkan Veeragatha (1989), Kadavu (1991), Sadayam (1992), and Parinayam (1994), the most by anyone in the screenplay category. in 1995, he was awarded the prestigious Jnanpith Award for his overall contribution to Malayalam literature. In 2005, MT was honoured with India's third-highest civilian award, the Padma Bhushan. He received numerous other accolades, including the Kendra Sahitya Akademi Award, Kerala Sahitya Akademi Award, Vayalar Award, Vallathol Award, Ezhuthachan Award, Mathrubhumi Literary Award, and the ONV Literary Award. In 2013, he was awarded the JC Daniel Award for lifetime achievement in Malayalam cinema. He served as the editor of Mathrubhumi Illustrated Weekly for several years. In 2022, MT was honoured with the maiden Kerala Jyothi Award, the highest civilian award given by the Kerala Government. 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
26 December,2024 08:30 AM IST | Kozhikode | ANIThe makers of Allu Arjun's Pushpa 2: The Rule have announced a total of Rs 2 crore in financial support for the eight-year-old boy who was injured during a stampede outside Sandhya Theatre on December 4. The tragic incident occurred when Allu Arjun visited the theatre for the film's premiere, which also led to the death of the boy’s mother. Allu Arjun, who is facing charges in the case and was questioned on Tuesday, has pledged Rs 1 crore towards the total amount. Pushpa maker announce 2 crore as financial help Speaking to the media, Allu Aravind, according to news agency PTI, said: “The boy, Sri Teja, is recovering. Now, he is not on a ventilator. To support the family, we should provide him Rs 2 crore: Rs 1 crore by Allu Arjun, Rs 50 lakh by Mythri Movie Makers, and Rs 50 lakh by director Sukumar. We will disburse this money through Telangana Film Development Corporation Chairman Dil Raju.” Allu Aravind also talked about the boy's condition and stated: “I cannot interact with the family due to the legal problems. With the police’s permission, once, 10 days back, I visited him. He was then recovering.” Earlier, Allu Arjun had announced that he would contribute a total of Rs 25 lakh to help the victim recover and would closely monitor his health. The latest update in the case also revealed that Allu Arjun was asked to appear for an inquiry after claims surfaced suggesting that Hyderabad Police had informed him about Revathi’s death during the stampede while he was at Sandhya Theatre watching his recently released film. About the Incident A woman died, and her son was critically injured in the stampede at Sandhya Theatre on December 4 during the premiere show of Pushpa 2. The theatre management, Allu Arjun, and his team were booked for culpable homicide not amounting to murder. Earlier, tensions escalated when several members of Osmania University reportedly pelted stones outside Telugu actor Allu Arjun’s residence in Jubilee Hills, Hyderabad, on Sunday. This sparked serious outrage among the icon star’s fans, who questioned the authorities regarding his security. About Pushpa 2: The Rule Pushpa 2: The Rule, directed by Sukumar and featuring Allu Arjun, Rashmika Mandanna, and Fahadh Faasil, is produced by Mythri Movie Makers and Sukumar Writings, with music released under T-Series. The film was released on December 5, 2024.
25 December,2024 08:59 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondentThe controversy surrounding the stampede that happened outside the Sandhya Theatre is not going to tone down anytime soon. With each passing day, new reports are emerging, and now a new update has suggested that Allu Arjun got emotional during the questioning. The Pushpa star was asked to appear for an inquiry after claims were made suggesting that Hyderabad Police had informed him about Revathi's death during the stampede while he was at the Sandhya Theatre watching his recently released film. Now, the update suggests that during the inquiry, he was asked several direct questions and was shown a clip of the stampede, which led to him getting emotional. Allu Arjun was asked several questions A source told NDTV that Allu Arjun was asked direct questions about the Hyderabad Police’s claims. Reports suggest that the icon star was asked, “Did you know police permission had been denied for you to come to the premiere?", “Who took the call to proceed with the plan (for the actor to attend the special screening) despite the denial of police permission?", “Did any police officer inform you about the stampede outside?", and “When did you know about the death of the woman?" Further, another report in Gulte claimed that “Allu Arjun was questioned for about three hours and was shown videos of the stampede that happened at the Pushpa 2 special show in Sandhya Theatre. While watching the video, Allu Arjun reportedly turned emotional seeing the visuals of Sritej and Revathi being injured." About the incident A woman died, and her son was critically injured in the stampede at Sandhya Theatre on December 4 during the premiere show of Pushpa 2. The theatre management, Allu Arjun, and his team were booked for culpable homicide not amounting to murder. Earlier, things escalated when several members of Osmania University reportedly pelted stones outside Telugu actor Allu Arjun's residence in Jubilee Hills, Hyderabad, on Sunday. This sparked serious outrage among the icon star's fans, who are questioning the authorities regarding his security.
25 December,2024 04:06 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondentADVERTISEMENT
