Entertainment
‘Truly Ridiculous’: Ram Gopal Varma SLAMS Those Blaming Allu Arjun For Stampede During Pushpa 2 Hyderabad Screening
Filmmaker Ram Gopal Varma, on Monday (December 9), stated that superstar Allu Arjun should not be blamed for the stampede which happened during the special screening of Pushpa 2: The Rule on December 4 in Hyderabad. For those unversed, the actor was also booked, along with the theatre management, for the stampede. A 37-year-old woman died and her son was injured in the incident.
Taking to his official X account, Varma stated that stampedes happen when a huge crowd gathers to get a glimpse of celebrities. He also said that police should not have given permission for the event if they knew the actor would attract thousands of people at the venue.
Defending Allu Arjun, the director wrote, “It is truly ridiculous to blame @alluarjun for the unfortunate death of a woman in a stampede outside a theatre playing #Pushpa2. Celebrities by their very appeal draw huge crowds whether they are Film Stars, Rock stars and even Gods for that matter… and stampedes happen very commonly when there are huge crowds and this is not the 1st time a stampede happened.”
He added, “On one hand if Allu Arjun or his team, if they themselves publicised his upcoming visit, then that information is public and isn’t it then the police’s responsibility to ask him not to come? If they did not do it, it means that they too didn’t anticipate which makes the incident an accident. Stars visiting theatres has been happening since years and crowds throng all the time and this is just a rare unfortunate incident.”
Varma also said that such special shows should not be banned. He also questioned why political rallies and not banned after people die in stampedes. “So even if one wants to take action either the police or theatre management should be made responsible for whether a star should be given permission to come but why ban BENEFIT SHOWS? Also there were hundreds of BENEFIT SHOWS all over the state and #Alluarjun just came to one theatre and so instead of putting restrictions on a star attending a theatre, to ban BENEFIT SHOWS is like BANNING TRAFFIC because of an ACCIDENT. People die in the political meeting stampedes or mela‘s stampedes, are the meetings or mela’s being banned?” he asked.
Allu Arjun reacts to the stampede
Allu Arjun expressed his condolences over the death of the woman at Sandhya Theatre due to the stampede. He also announced an assistance of Rs 25 lakh to help the bereaved family.
He said in the video, “We extend our deepest condolences to the family. We understand that no words or actions can ever compensate for the loss you are bearing. I would like to extend financial assistance of Rs 25 lakh to the family as a goodwill gesture… we will also take care of the medical expenses.”
Earlier, Hyderabad Police Commissioner CV Anand reportedly said that there was no intimation from the side of theatre management or Allu Arjun’s team that he will be visiting the theatre. He also stated that there was no designated entry or exit for the actor and his team, despite the theatre management being informed in advance about their arrival.
For those unversed, Allu Arjun decided to attend the screening of the film and his fans went berserk to see him. As hundreds of fans rushed to catch a glimpse of Allu Arjun, the main gate of the theatre collapsed. Local cops resorted to mild lathicharge to disperse the crowd.
Entertainment
Rashmika Mandanna-Vijay Deverakonda Wedding: Virosh Turn Modern Day Prince & Princess For Their Dreamy Sangeet Ceremony

Newlyweds Rashmika Mandanna and Vijay Deverakonda continue to make headlines with their wedding. Days after tying the knot on February 26 at ITC Mementos, Udaipur, the couple dropped a fresh batch of photos from their Sangeet night, and it’s all glitter, glam and full-heart dancing.
Hosted on February 24 at the same Udaipur venue, the Sangeet was an intimate yet high-energy celebration with close friends and family. From emotional speeches to surprise performances, the evening seemed to unfold like a movie dream sequence, complete with sequins and spotlight moments.
Virosh’s bedazzling sangeet looks
For the big night, the newlyweds turned to designer duo Falguni Shane Peacock India for custom creations that blended drama with royalty.
Rashmika shimmered in a silver lehenga that caught the light from every angle. The ensemble was richly detailed and paired with a flowing cape and jaw-dropping diamond jewels. Despite the outfit’s weight, she danced through the night without missing a beat.
Vijay complemented her sparkle with a jewel-embellished navy blue outfit that brought the perfect amount of bling. His structured silhouette, paired with a statement cape and a giant emerald necklace, made for a striking contrast against Rashmika’s silver glow. Together, they looked nothing less than a modern-day prince and princess.
Entertainment
Karan Aujla’s Mumbai Concert To Be Biggest Holi Bash; MMRDA Grounds Decks Up For The Live Show

After delivering a high-energy opening night in the national capital, Punjabi music sensation Karan Aujla is now gearing up for what promises to be one of Mumbai’s biggest Holi music events this season.
Fresh off his electrifying Delhi concert, the curtain-raiser of his much-talked-about P-Pop India tour, Aujla is set to headline a grand daytime show in Mumbai on February 3. The concert will take place at the iconic MMRDA Grounds at 11 AM, turning the festival of colours into a full-blown live music celebration.
Pune Show To Follow Same Evening
What makes the schedule even more ambitious is the back-to-back performance lined up for the same day. Post the Mumbai gig, the singer will head to Pune for an evening concert at Mahalaxmi Lawns at 5 PM, marking a packed Holi itinerary for fans across Maharashtra.
Ahead of the Mumbai concert, behind-the-scenes visuals from the MMRDA Grounds have surfaced online, sparking excitement among fans. A viral video showcases a sprawling stage structure, advanced lighting rigs and elaborate production elements being assembled for the show.
Aujla’s Delhi concert on Sunday officially launched his P-Pop India tour, drawing a massive crowd and reaffirming his growing dominance in the Indian live music circuit. Known for chart-topping hits and his seamless blend of Punjabi lyrics with global pop and hip-hop influences, the singer has consistently sold out venues across cities.
In previous performances, Aujla has been praised for his dynamic stage presence, crowd interaction, and high-production value concerts, elements that are expected to define the Mumbai and Pune shows as well.
Bollywood
Mumbai Crime Branch Issues LOC Against Lawrence Bishnoi Aide Harry Boxer For Threatening Actor Ranveer Singh

Mumbai: The Mumbai Crime Branch issued a Look Out Circular (LOC) against Harichandra alias Harry Boxer, a key alleged member of the Lawrence Bishnoi gang, in connection with a threat issued to Bollywood actor Ranveer Singh. The action follows a preliminary investigation into a threatening voice note and extortion demand received by the actor’s manager, police officials confirmed, Media reported on Saturday.
According to the Mumbai Crime Branch, the voice note was sent from an American phone number and demanded a ransom of Rs 20 crore. In an earlier development, Mumbai Police sources had indicated that the actor allegedly received a death threat along with an extortion demand of Rs 10 crore from members linked to the Lawrence Bishnoi gang.
A senior police official said the threatening message was received on the WhatsApp number of Ranveer Singh’s manager. The sender identified himself as ‘Harry Boxer’ in the audio message. Following this, the Crime Branch sent the voice note for verification to agencies in Punjab and Haryana, while also initiating official communication with US authorities to gather technical details related to the foreign number used to send the threat.
During the preliminary probe, investigators found that Harry Boxer, described as a close aide of the Bishnoi gang, allegedly sent the voice note. Initial findings suggest that the voice in the message matches that of Boxer, although officials stressed that further corroborative evidence is being collected to conclusively establish his involvement.
Police sources further revealed that the threatening message was sent shortly after a recent firing incident outside the residence of filmmaker Rohit Shetty, raising concerns about a possible pattern of intimidation linked to high-profile personalities.
In response to the threat, security arrangements around Ranveer Singh’s residence in Mumbai have been tightened as a precautionary measure. The Crime Branch has recorded the statement of the actor’s manager and continues to examine digital and forensic evidence related to the case.
Officials clarified that while no formal FIR has been registered so far, a preliminary inquiry is underway. Further action will be decided based on the outcome of ongoing verification and evidence collection, police confirmed.
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