The Telangana High Court has granted interim bail to Allu Arjun, bringing relief to the actor following his arrest in connection with a stampede during the premiere of his upcoming film, Pushpa 2: The Rule. The tragic incident, which occurred at Sandhya Theatre in Hyderabad, claimed the life of a woman. A complaint was filed by the victim’s husband, leading to the actor’s arrest.
The court, while addressing the case on Friday evening, questioned the justification for holding Arjun responsible for the tragedy. According to the Telangana HC, “Just because he is an actor, he cannot be made an example. He has the right to life and liberty.” The interim bail is for a limited period, allowing Arjun and his legal team to pursue further remedies.
Fans Celebrate Court Decision
Allu Arjun’s fans erupted in celebrations following the announcement of his interim bail. Supporters gathered outside Chikkadpally police station and flooded social media platforms with messages of joy.
- One supporter praised the court, saying, “Salute to the judge.”
- A comment on Reddit emphasized the fairness of the decision, stating, “Exactly, the judge was right. Just because he is an actor doesn’t mean he needs to be made an example.”
- Fans on X (formerly Twitter) echoed similar sentiments, with one user writing, “Finally, some justice done,” while another added, “Pushpa is back! Time to celebrate.”
Legal Arguments and Judge’s Statement
Before the arrest, Allu Arjun had filed a plea in the Telangana High Court to quash the FIR. During the hearing, the court addressed key questions about the actor’s culpability. The judge remarked:
“Is he responsible for the tragedy that happened? What knowledge did he have? He has taken permission. Whether a person is responsible for the incident – can he even undergo just for a day also, (just because) he is an actor? Because he is an actor, he cannot be deprived of his rights. As a citizen of this earth, he too has the right to life and liberty.”
The court further clarified that the interim bail would allow time for appropriate legal remedies to be pursued.
Rashmika Mandanna’s Statement
Rashmika Mandanna, Allu Arjun’s co-star in Pushpa 2: The Rule, expressed her support on Instagram. She described the incident as tragic and deeply saddening but highlighted that blaming a single individual was unfair.
Her statement read:
“I can’t believe what I am seeing right now… The incident that happened was an unfortunate and deeply saddening incident. However, it is disheartening to see everything being blamed on a single individual. This situation is both unbelievable and heartbreaking.”
Broader Celebrity Support
Several other celebrities, including Nani and Varun Dhawan, also voiced their solidarity with Allu Arjun. Many in the industry called for a fair investigation into the matter while expressing sorrow over the tragic loss of life during the event.
The Incident Overview
The stampede occurred during the premiere of Pushpa 2: The Rule, where a large crowd had gathered to see the actor. Allu Arjun’s presence at the event was part of promotional activities, for which he reportedly secured permissions in advance. The tragedy has sparked debates about event management and crowd control during high-profile gatherings.
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