Why Allu Arjun Was Arrested: Timeline of Events and Key Details

South superstar Allu Arjun was arrested on December 13 by the Hyderabad police following the tragic death of a woman during the screening of his blockbuster film ‘Pushpa 2’. The mishap occurred on December 4 at the Sandhya Theatre, where a stampede led to the death of a 32-year-old woman, Revathi, and injuries to her son. Revathi’s husband held Allu Arjun responsible for the incident, stating that prior intimation to the police could have prevented the chaos.

Key Timeline of Events:

December 4: The Stampede

During the screening of ‘Pushpa 2’, Allu Arjun made an unannounced visit to the Sandhya Theatre.
The venue was already crowded with fans. Upon his arrival, a stampede ensued as fans tried to catch a glimpse of him.
In the chaos, many people fainted due to suffocation. Revathi and her son were crushed in the crowd.
While her son survived, Revathi was declared dead at the hospital.

December 13: Arrest and Investigation

Arrest

Allu Arjun was arrested from his residence by the Chikkadapally police.
He was taken to the police station for questioning and had his statement recorded.

Medical Checkup and Judicial Custody

The actor underwent a medical examination at Osmania Hospital and was later presented in the Nampally Court.
The court remanded him to 14 days of judicial custody.

Charges Filed

Allu Arjun was booked under Section 304(A) of the IPC (Causing death by negligence) and Section 118(1) (Deliberate harm).
These are non-bailable offenses, with penalties ranging from 5 to 10 years in prison, or life imprisonment in severe cases.

The Victim and Her Family

Victim: Revathi (32), who had come to watch the movie with her husband and two children.
Husband’s Statement: Revathi’s husband blamed Allu Arjun for negligence, citing that the lack of proper security measures and prior notification to the authorities caused the tragedy.
The family demanded strict action to prevent such incidents in the future.

Legal and Public Reaction

Responsibility of Theater and Security

Three people, including theatre owner Sandeep, manager Nagaraju, and balcony supervisor, were also arrested for negligence.

Actor’s Statement and Compensation

Allu Arjun expressed his grief over the tragedy and announced ₹25 lakh compensation for the victim’s family.
In a video message, he assured his support to the family and described the incident as “deeply unfortunate.”

Potential Consequences for Allu Arjun

The charges against him include Section 304(A) of the IPC, which pertains to negligence causing death. Conviction under this section can lead to imprisonment for up to 10 years.
His team and legal advisors are working to secure bail.

Broader Implications

The incident has sparked a debate about the safety protocols during high-profile events and the accountability of celebrities, event organizers, and venue owners in managing such situations responsibly.