Telangana Chief Minister Revanth Reddy has openly criticized actor Allu Arjun following a tragic incident linked to a promotional event for Pushpa 2: The Rule. The incident, which claimed the life of a woman and left her child critically injured, has sparked widespread outrage.
Reddy accused the actor of being indifferent to the tragedy, claiming that Arjun saw the incident as a boost to his film’s success. Despite police warnings against attending the screening, the actor reportedly disregarded advice and proceeded to the event. The Chief Minister alleged that Arjun prioritized his promotional commitments over the safety of the audience, calling his actions “insensitive and reckless.”
In a statement during the Telangana Assembly, Reddy expressed frustration over the actor’s behavior. He suggested that Arjun’s presence at the event was unnecessary and escalated the situation. The Chief Minister also criticized the actor’s alleged response to the tragedy, highlighting reports that Arjun remarked, “Now the movie will be a hit” upon learning of the stampede.
The CM’s remarks have intensified the backlash against the actor, who held a press conference to share his perspective. While Arjun expressed regret and denied the allegations, his actions and statements have left many questioning his accountability.The incident has raised concerns about crowd management and celebrity responsibility at public events, with calls for stricter regulations to prevent similar tragedies in the future.