Allu Arjun surrounded in controversies of ‘Pushpa 2: The Rule’, attack at home and issue of children’s safety

South superstar Allu Arjun’s film ‘Pushpa 2: The Rule’ has faced controversies since its release.
A woman lost her life in a stampede at Sandhya theater in Hyderabad during the screening of the film, while her child is still in coma and not out of danger.
Allu Arjun was arrested after this incident, but was later released on bail.

Controversy amid the success of the film

• Stampede incident:
  • There was a stampede during the screening due to the presence of Allu Arjun.
  • A woman lost her life in this accident and her son’s condition is critical.
• Bail and charges:
  • Allu Arjun was arrested after the incident, but he got bail.

Attack and stone pelting on Allu Arjun’s house

• Attack on Jubilee Hills house:
  • Some people pelted stones and vandalized Allu Arjun’s house.
  • The attackers demanded:
    • A demand was made to give compensation of Rs 1 crore to the victim’s family.
    • The attackers have been identified as members of the Osmania University Joint Action Committee.
• CCTV footage released:
  • Police released CCTV footage of the situation at the theatre, which showed Allu Arjun being taken from the theater after the situation deteriorated.

Fans divided and voices of protest on social media

• Differences among fans:
  • Fans are divided into two factions on social media.
    • One side is supporting Allu Arjun.
    • The other side is demanding him to face opposition.
• Political opposition:
  • Some politicians alleged that Allu Arjun did not try to meet the victim’s family.

Allu Arjun’s statement and clarification

• Clarification in press conference:
  • Allu Arjun said,
    

    “I did not do any road show. The police did not stop me from going to the theatre. “An attempt is being made to tarnish my image.”

• Father’s statement:
  • Allu Arjun’s father said that appropriate action will be taken as per the situation.

Steps taken for the safety of children

• Children were removed from home:
  • After the attack, Allu Arjun’s children Ayaan and Arha were sent to their grandparents’ house.
  • In a video viral on social media, children were seen being taken away in a red vehicle.
• Compensation previously paid:
  • Allu Arjun has already paid compensation of Rs 5 lakh to the victim’s family.