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This comes a day after another tragic incident took place during the Pushpa 2 screening at Sandhya Theatre in Hyderabad.
Pushpa 2 was undoubtedly the most awaited film of the year.
In a shocking turn of events, the screening of Allu Arjun’s Pushpa 2: The Rule was halted for some time in Mumbai’s Gaiety-Galaxy theatre after fans fell sick. News18 has learnt that the screening was stopped for around 20 minutes after one of the fans sprayed an unknown substance in the air. However, it left a few people coughing, with some complaining of vomiting.
Reportedly, the incident took place during the 10 pm show on Thursday, December 5. In one of the videos that surfaced on social media from the theatre, people were also seen covering their faces with clothes. Reportedly, police officials were also called in after the incident and further investigation is underway.
This comes a day after another tragic incident took place during the Pushpa 2 screening at Sandhya Theatre in Hyderabad. The chaos unfolded as massive crowds gathered to catch a glimpse of the film’s star, Allu Arjun, who was attending the event alongside music director Devi Sri Prasad. In the ensuing commotion, the theatre’s main gate collapsed, resulting in a stampede. A 35-year-old woman lost her life, and her 9-year-old son sustained severe injuries. Among others, actor Allu Arjun has also been booked in the case.
Later, Mythri Movie Makers, the producers of Pushpa 2, also issued a statement on the tragic incident. “We are extremely heartbroken by the tragic incident during last night’s screening. Our thoughts and prayers are with the family and the young child undergoing medical treatment. We are committed to standing by them and extending all possible support during this difficult time,” it read.
Pushpa 2: The Rule was undoubtedly the most awaited film of the year. It has been getting an overwhelming response from the audience. The film has already earned Rs 175 crore on its opening day.
