South superstar Allu Arjun appeared before the Nampally Court through video conferencing on Monday in connection with the Sandhya Theatre stampede case linked to the premiere of Pushpa 2: The Rule. The actor was initially directed to appear in person but received court permission to join the proceedings virtually due to his ongoing film shoot in Mumbai.
The hearing was later adjourned to July 6 after not all of the accused named in the chargesheet were present before the court.
Allu Arjun Granted Permission to Attend Hearing Virtually
The court had earlier issued summons to all 23 accused mentioned in the police chargesheet, including Allu Arjun, who has been listed as Accused No. 11 (A11).
According to the actor’s legal representatives, Allu Arjun sought permission to attend the hearing through video conferencing because of his professional commitments in Mumbai. The court accepted the request, allowing the actor to participate remotely instead of appearing physically.
The virtual appearance ensured compliance with the court’s summons while allowing the actor to continue his scheduled film shoot.
Why the Court Deferred the Hearing
The proceedings could not move forward because every accused named in the chargesheet did not appear before the magistrate.
Advocate Bhanu Chander, representing the Sandhya Theatre management, explained that the appearance was related to filing the committal bond in the case. However, one or two of the 23 accused remained absent, preventing the court from completing the required legal formalities.
As a result, the Nampally Court postponed the matter to July 6, when all accused are expected to appear together for the next stage of the legal proceedings before the case moves toward the Sessions Court.
Sandhya Theatre Stampede Case: What Happened?
The case originates from the tragic incident that occurred on December 4, 2024, during the special premiere screening of Pushpa 2: The Rule at Hyderabad’s famous Sandhya Theatre.
Allu Arjun, his family members, and the film’s team attended the event, attracting thousands of enthusiastic fans. As the crowd gathered outside the theatre hoping to catch a glimpse of the actor, the situation reportedly spiralled out of control, resulting in a stampede-like incident.
The unfortunate tragedy claimed the life of 35-year-old Revathi, while her eight-year-old son, Sritej, sustained serious injuries and was admitted to the hospital for treatment.
The incident sparked widespread discussions about crowd management, celebrity event security, public safety, and theatre management responsibilities during high-profile film premieres.
Legal Proceedings Continue
With the hearing now rescheduled for July 6, the legal process will continue after the presence of all accused individuals is secured before the court. The case remains one of the most closely watched legal developments involving the Pushpa 2 premiere and has attracted significant public attention across the country.
The upcoming hearing is expected to focus on procedural formalities before the matter proceeds to the next stage under the Sessions Court.
Final Take
Allu Arjun’s virtual appearance reflects the court’s flexibility in accommodating professional commitments while ensuring judicial compliance. However, the Sandhya Theatre stampede case continues to remain a sensitive legal matter due to the tragic loss of life during the Pushpa 2: The Rule premiere. As the case moves forward, all eyes will now be on the July 6 hearing, where every accused is expected to be present for further proceedings. The source of this news is From Bollywood Hungama.