Hyderabad Police have filed a 100-page chargesheet in connection with the stampede that occurred during the premiere of Pushpa 2: The Rule at Sandhya Theatre in December 2024, resulting in a woman's death and her son's serious injury. The chargesheet names 23 accused, including actor Allu Arjun, theatre management members, event organisers, and security staff.
Investigators allege serious lapses in planning and crowd control during the high-profile screening, with organisers failing to implement adequate safety measures or regulate the flow of people entering the venue. The theatre owners and management have been cited as primary accused, along with members of Allu Arjun's personal staff and representatives connected to the production team.
Police officials stated that organisers are responsible for ensuring public safety at events of this scale, and the chargesheet outlines how alleged shortcomings in preparation and coordination contributed to the stampede. The case will now move forward in court, where the roles and responsibilities of each accused individual will be examined.
Further legal action will depend on the court's review of the submitted evidence. The incident has raised concerns about safety measures at high-profile events, and the outcome of the case will be closely watched.