The Nampally court has postponed the hearing of actor Allu Arjun bail petition to December 30, 2024. The bail plea is connected to the ongoing investigation into the stampede at Sandhya Theatre, which tragically claimed the life of a 35-year-old woman during a screening of Pushpa 2.
Judicial Updates
- Judicial Remand: Allu Arjun, who was placed under a 14-day judicial remand, virtually attended the court proceedings. The remand, initially set to expire today, has been extended until January 10, 2025.
- Bail Plea Adjournment: The hearing was postponed after the public prosecutor requested additional time to file a counter. The actor’s legal team referenced the interim bail granted earlier by the Telangana High Court.
Incident Overview
The stampede occurred during a benefit show for Pushpa 2 at Sandhya Theatre on December 4, 2024.
- A 35-year-old woman lost her life, and her eight-year-old son remains in intensive care at a private hospital.
- Investigations are ongoing, focusing on Allu Arjun, the theatre management, and others involved in organizing the event.
Compensation Announced
In response to the tragedy:
- Allu Arjun announced a compensation of ₹1 crore to the family of the victim.
- Additional contributions of ₹50 lakh each were made by Mythri Movies and director Sukumar, bringing the total compensation to ₹2 crore.
- The funds were handed over by Dil Raju, producer and chairperson of the Telangana Film Development Corporation.
What’s Next?
The next court hearing on December 30 will address:
- The public prosecutor’s counter.
- Arguments regarding Allu Arjun’s regular bail plea.
This case continues to attract significant public attention as legal and ethical questions surrounding the incident remain under scrutiny. Updates on judicial decisions and the child’s recovery are awaited.
