Telugu superstar Allu Arjun was arrested on Friday in connection with the death of a woman during a stampede at the premiere of his latest movie "Pushpa 2: The Rise." Arjun was granted bail by a local court a few hours after his arrest and was expected to be released later in the day.
The incident occurred on Thursday night at a theater in Hyderabad, where a large crowd had gathered to watch the premiere of "Pushpa 2." According to police, the woman, who was in her 20s, was killed in a stampede as fans tried to enter the theater.
Arjun, who was present at the premiere, was taken into custody by police for questioning. He was later arrested on charges of culpable homicide not amounting to murder, negligent conduct with respect to fire or combustible matter, and causing hurt by act endangering life or personal safety of others.
The arrest of Arjun has sent shockwaves through the Telugu film industry. Many of Arjun's colleagues and fans have expressed their support for the actor, saying that he is not responsible for the death of the woman and that he should not be held accountable for the actions of his fans.
The investigation into the incident is ongoing, and it is not clear whether Arjun will face any further charges. However, the arrest of a major star like Arjun is a reminder of the dangers that can occur when large crowds gather for public events.
The incident has also raised questions about the safety of public events in India. Many theaters in India are not equipped to handle large crowds, and there is often inadequate security at such events. This can lead to dangerous situations, as was the case with the stampede at the "Pushpa 2" premiere.
It is important for organizers of public events to take steps to ensure the safety of attendees. This includes providing adequate security, crowd control measures, and emergency plans. By taking these precautions, organizers can help to prevent tragedies like the one that occurred at the "Pushpa 2" premiere.