It was on December 4 when a boy was injured during a stampede outside a theatre in Hyderabad during the screening of Pushpa 2: The Rule. In this case, Allu Arjun was earlier arrested and later got interim bail. Now, as the boy remains on a ventilator, Allu Arjun has expressed his deep concern for Sri Tej's health and stated that he wishes to meet him and his family at the earliest but couldn't right now because he has been restricted from visiting the family at this time. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Allu Arjun (@alluarjunonline) The Pushpa star took to his Instagram and dropped a message stating, “I remain deeply concerned about young Sri Tej, who is under constant medical care after the unfortunate incident. Due to the ongoing legal proceedings, I have been advised not to visit him and his family at this time. My prayers remain with them, and I remain committed to taking responsibility for addressing the medical and family needs. I wish him a speedy recovery, and I look forward to meeting him and his family at the earliest." Boy injured in Pushpa 2 stampede on ventilator The Hindu quoted a statement by KIMS Hospital, which read, “The boy continues to be in the Paediatric Intensive Care Unit (PICU) on ventilator support with minimal requirements. He is hemodynamically stable and tolerating tube feedings. However, he has intermittent fever, remains in an altered sensorium, and exhibits dystonic movements.” For those unversed, Sri Teja and his mother Revati fainted during the stampede, which took place on December 4. Police personnel had performed CPR on the boy before he was taken to the hospital. While Revati passed away, Sri Teja exhibited low oxygen saturation and irregular breathing, necessitating immediate intubation and ventilation. Revati’s daughter Sanvi and her husband Bhaskar escaped unhurt. About Pushpa 2 Coming to Pushpa 2, the film is directed by Sukumar and produced by Mythri Movie Makers and Muttamsetty Media. Allu Arjun, Rashmika Mandanna, and Fahadh Faasil reprise their roles as Pushpa Raj, Srivalli, and Bhanwar Singh Shekawat. Allu Arjun received a National Film Award for his performance in the first part, which showcased power tussles set against the backdrop of red sandalwood smuggling.
16 December,2024 08:08 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondentAfter tying the knot in a dreamy traditional ceremony, Keerthy Suresh married her long-time beau Antony Thattil in a fairytale white wedding. The pictures of the grand event are sure to leave everyone awestruck. Today, Keerthy Suresh took to Instagram to drop multiple pictures from her white wedding. In the pictures, the actress looked drop-dead gorgeous in a bodycon dress with a long train, while Antony’s stylish tux made him look smart and classy. Keerthy Suresh & Antony Thattil white wedding While sharing the carousel of pictures, the couple, in a joint post, captioned it, "#ForTheLoveOfNyke." The first picture shows them kissing each other as a rainbow of colours splash the sky. The next picture captures a happy Antony in an open car, smiling and giving a high-five to Atlee. Another picture shows them holding hands, and the one that made everyone go "aww" features the couple playing with their furry friend. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Keerthy Suresh (@keerthysureshofficial) The wedding photographer also shared a beautiful click on social media and captioned it: "Keerthy + Antony! Pronounced man and wife. Shot for @storiesbyjosephradhik That one EPIC moment I always want to nail at every wedding, just that this lasted for all of one frame. #fortheloveofNYKE" As soon as Keerthy Suresh posted the pictures, fans began reacting to them. One fan wrote, "Once again, happy married life, sir and madam." Another commented, "Congrats, my Kitty. Looking so cute, both of you." Keerthy’s Baby John co-star Varun Dhawan also couldn’t stop himself from commenting, writing, "So beautiful." Keerthy Suresh and Antony Thattil traditional wedding Keerthy Suresh married her long-time beau Antony Thattil in a traditional ceremony in Goa on December 11. The couple shared photos from the ceremony, showcasing moments of pure joy and happiness as they tied the knot, promising to stay together forever. The pictures captured the couple during various wedding rituals, surrounded by relatives and loved ones cheering for them. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Keerthy Suresh (@keerthysureshofficial) Keerthy has been dating Antony for 15 years and managed to keep their relationship under wraps despite leading a very public life as an actress. After news of her marriage surfaced, she took to Instagram to share her first picture with Antony, making their relationship public last month. Keerthy is all set to make her Bollywood debut with Baby John. Directed by A. Kaleeswaran, the action film stars Varun Dhawan, Keerthy Suresh, Wamiqa Gabbi, Jackie Shroff, and Rajpal Yadav in key roles. It is reportedly a remake of the Tamil film Theri, which starred Thalapathy Vijay, Samantha Ruth Prabhu, and Amy Jackson. Atlee is presenting the film in association with Jio Studios and Cine1 Studios. The teaser of the film has received a massive response from fans.
15 December,2024 07:25 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondentAllu Arjun and his wife Sneha Reddy went to meet veteran star Chiranjeevi along with their kids. This comes just a day after Allu was released from jail in connection to the stampede case that happened in Hyderabad on December 4. Several videos of Allu Arjun driving out of his house have made their way to social media. In the video, the Pushpa 2: The Rule actor was seen accompanied by his wife Sneha and their kids. In one of the videos, Allu can be seen greeting the paparazzi as he leaves for Chiranjeevi's residence. Actor Allu Arjun along with his family arrives at Megastar Chiranjeevi's residence in Hyderabad today.#AlluArjun #MegastarChiranjeevi #Chiranjeevi #AlluArjunArrested #Hyderabad #AlluArjunArrest pic.twitter.com/RXPN4ga5Mz — Surya Reddy (@jsuryareddy) December 15, 2024 Allu Arjun Met Chiranjeevi Just a day after the star icon got released from jail, he went to meet the South superstar with his wife. Earlier yesterday, Chiranjeevi's wife Surekha also visited Allu Arjun’s Jubilee Hills residence. She was seen hugging the actor as he returned home after overnight custody. Earlier, Chiranjeevi also visited his house soon after the actor was arrested. About the Stampede Case Allu Arjun was taken into police custody following the death of a woman at the Sandhya Theatre in Hyderabad during the screening of Pushpa 2: The Rule earlier this month. The woman passed away after a stampede-like situation occurred due to Allu Arjun's surprise visit to the theatre. While the 35-year-old woman lost her life, her 9-year-old son sustained severe injuries. As per recent developments, the child is in critical condition and has been kept on ventilator support. Allu Arjun was taken into police custody and sent to 14-day judicial custody on December 13, but later, he was granted interim bail for four weeks on a personal bond of Rs 50,000. However, due to delays in processing, he spent a night in jail. Allu Arjun Addressed Media Just after his release from jail, the actor called a press conference and, while calling the woman’s death “very unfortunate,” expressed his grief. The actor stated, "I thank everyone. This incident was very unfortunate. We are extremely sorry for whatever happened. We are with the family. This should never happen to anyone. I am here to support the family in every way. I am thankful to everyone."
15 December,2024 04:33 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondentThe much-anticipated sequel to the blockbuster Pushpa: The Rise has taken the box office by storm. Pushpa 2: The Rule, starring Allu Arjun, clocked an impressive Rs 46.5 crore in Hindi markets on Saturday, signaling a resounding success and setting the stage for a tremendous opening weekend. The film has entered the massive Rs 500 crore club in just 10 days of its release. Pushpa 2 Hindi version breaks records at the BO The film, directed by Sukumar, witnessed thumping numbers across domestic and overseas markets. Saturday’s strong showing followed a promising start on Friday, with footfalls increasing significantly on the second day due to word-of-mouth buzz and positive reviews. The Hindi-dubbed version of the Telugu film has emerged as a significant contributor to its overall collection, underscoring the pan-India appeal of the franchise. Overseas, Pushpa 2: The Rule also saw excellent momentum, with packed theatres in regions like the Middle East, the USA, and Europe. This global traction has further solidified Allu Arjun’s position as a formidable star with a massive international fan base. Allu Arjun on Pushpa 2's blockbuster success Allu and the team of Pushpa 2 attended the movie's success meet in the national capital where he expressed his gratitude to the audience for showering love on them. "I have to say something about the box office number. The number you see is a reflection of the people's love. The numbers are temporary but the love that is etched in your hearts will remain forever, thank you for that love," he said. "I always believe that numbers have to be broken and yes, it is nice to be in this spot...to enjoy this state. Probably for 2-3 months, I'd like to be on this spot and enjoy these records. However, within 2-3 months, hopefully by next summer, I would want these records to be broken. It doesn't matter which film industry, be it Telugu, Tamil, or Hindi. It does not matter but I want these records to be broken," Allu Arjun added. Pushpa 2: The Rule is creating a frenzy at theaters, with sold-out shows and fans flocking to witness their beloved iconic star Allu Arjun and the pan-India sensation Rashmika Mandanna’s return. Pushpa 2: The Rule, directed by Sukumar and featuring Allu Arjun, Rashmika Mandanna, and Fahadh Faasil has been released in theatres. The film is produced by Mythri Movie Makers and Sukumar Writings with music on T Series.
15 December,2024 03:42 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondentSreeleela has mesmerized audiences with her acting and dance performances. Known for her on-screen presence and graceful moves, she recently captivated fans with her electrifying performance in the chartbuster Kissik from Pushpa 2: The Rule. Her impeccable expressions and sizzling chemistry in the song have won hearts across the nation. Sreeleela is set to make her Tamil debut with SK25 Now, Sreeleela is set to expand her horizons with her Tamil debut, aiming to charm audiences in the South Indian industry and beyond. Sreeleela is set to make her Tamil debut in SK25, directed by Sudha Kongara. filmmaker Sudha Kongara is renowned for her compelling storytelling and impactful cinema, with acclaimed works like Soorarai Pottru and Irudhi Suttru. Sreeleela took to her Instagram to share the post in collaboration with Dawn pictures. The actress mentioned in the caption that she is extremely grateful to have this opportunity and this is going to be her first film in Tamil cinema. The actress mentioned that she missed the pooja. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Sreeleela (@sreeleela14) The star performer will be seen opposite Sivakarthikeyan, who was recently seen in Amaran. The film is produced by Dawn Pictures. With this dream collaboration, Sreeleela is set to captivate Tamil audiences and further try to increase her pan-India appeal. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Sivakarthikeyan Doss (@sivakarthikeyan) Streeleela's start in the Telugu film industry Sreeleela is an American actress of Indian origin who started her acting career with the 2017 film 'Chitrangada' as a child artist as she enacted the younger version of Sindhu Tolani on screen. She then debuted with the 2019 Kannada film 'Kiss' where she shared the screen with Viraat. Despite having connections in the Telugu film industry, Sreeleela chose to start with Kannada films because she grew up in Bangalore. A month later, her second film 'Bharaate' was released, where she was seen acting opposite Sriimurali. In 2021, Leela made her debut in Telugu cinema in the romantic musical film 'Pelli SandaD', where she shared the screen with Roshan. She also worked with Ram Pothineni in the 2023 film 'Skanda'.
15 December,2024 01:43 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondentAn eight-year-old boy named Sri Teja, who was injured in the stampede at a theatre in Hyderabad during the premier show of Pushpa 2 is reportedly on the ventilator. The incident occurred at Sandhya Theatre at RTC X Roads when police resorted to a lathi charge to control the fans of actor Allu Arjun who had surged forward to see the actor, who had arrived there. Sri Teja’s mother Revati was killed in the stampede. Boy injured in Pushpa 2 stampede on ventilator The Hindu quoted a statement by KIMS Hospital, which read, “The boy continues to be in the Paediatric Intensive Care Unit (PICU) on ventilator support with minimal requirements. He is hemodynamically stable and tolerating tube feedings. However, he has intermittent fever, remains in an altered sensorium, and exhibits dystonic movements.” For those unversed, Sri Teja and his mother Revati fainted during the stampede which took place on December 4. Police personnel had performed CPR on the boy before he was taken to the hospital. While Revati passed away, Sri Teja exhibited low oxygen saturation and irregular breathing, necessitating immediate intubation and ventilation. Revati’s daughter Sanvi and her husband Bhaskar escaped unhurt. Allu Arjun’s arrest and release after the stampede Allu Arjun was arrested on December 13 in connection with the death of Revati. He was released from the Chanchalguda Central Jail on interim bail after furnishing a personal bond of Rs 50,000. After his release from jail, he addressed the media, saying, "I thank everyone for the love and support. I want to thank all my fans. There is nothing to worry about. I am fine. I am a law-abiding citizen and will cooperate. I would like to once again express my condolences to the family. It was an unfortunate incident. We are sorry for what happened." Coming to Pushpa 2, the film is directed by Sukumar and produced by Mythri Movie Makers and Muttamsetty Media. Allu Arjun, Rashmika Mandanna, and Fahadh Faasil reprise their roles as Pushpa Raj, Srivalli, and Bhanwar Singh Shekawat. Allu Arjun received a National Film Award for his performance in the first part which showcased power tussles set against the backdrop of red sandalwood smuggling.
15 December,2024 11:53 AM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondentFilmmaker SS Rajamouli, who is known for larger-than-life movies, is a dancer by heart. A video of him is taking over the internet, where he is seen shaking a leg with his wife Rama. The clip is from his nephew Sri Simha's pre-wedding and has hit the viral note, which shows the movie maverick dancing to the song Lunchkostava from the film Amma Nanna O Tamila Ammayi. Watch the video below. SS Rajamouli🕺 pic.twitter.com/nA0oMfSSnm — Manobala Vijayabalan (@ManobalaV) December 14, 2024 Netizens react to SS Rajamouli’s dance video As the video of SS Rajamouli and his wife Rama grooving together surfaced on social media, netizens couldn’t help but praise the filmmaker’s dancing skills. One user wrote, “Rockstar! He should consider doing a role or a cameo dance in next.” “From directing blockbusters to owning the dance floor, here comes SS Rajamouli the Dancer,” added another. One user commented, “SS Rajamouli is dancing better than his movie heroes Prabhas and Mahesh Babu.” Modern Masters: S.S. Rajamouli Netflix unveiled SS Rajamouli's documentary in August. Excited about the documentary, Rajamouli said, "Storytelling is the heart of my existence -- it's what I am passionate about and will always continue to pursue. I am overwhelmed by the immense admiration and love that audiences have shown for my work." He added, "It's truly humbling to see Netflix, Applause Entertainment, and Film Companion Studios come together to share my story. This docu-film is a way of expressing gratitude to my fans and loved ones for being an integral part of my journey. Their support inspires me to keep creating and entertaining." The documentary features inputs from Rajamouli's close collaborators and film personalities such as James Cameron, Joe Russo, Karan Johar, Prabhas, Rana Daggubati, NTR Jr, and Ram Charan. SS Rajamouli’s work front On the work front, SS Rajamouli announced a biopic on the Father of Indian cinema – Dadasaheb Phalke titled Made in India. Directed by National Award-winning Director Nitin Kakkar, the project is set to be a tribute to the birth and meteoric rise of Indian cinema. The film is being produced by Varun Gupta and SS Karthikeya under Max Studios and Showing Business production banners respectively. Nitin has previously helmed films such as 'Mitron', 'Notebook', 'Jawaani Jaaneman', and 'Ram Singh Charlie'.
15 December,2024 09:47 AM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondentActress Trisha Krishnan will be reuniting with Suriya for his upcoming film tentatively titled Suriya 45. The film helmed by RJ Balaji will mark the collaboration of Trisha and Suriya after nearly 20 years. They were last seen together in the 2005 film Aaru. It was written and directed by Haru. The film's production banner, Dream Warrior Pictures, shared the onboard poster of the actress on Instagram. "Adding grace, charm, and power to #Suriya45 - welcome aboard, @trishakrishnan! A cinematic treat awaits" wrote Dream Warrior Pictures while sharing the poster. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Dream Warrior Pictures (@dreamwarriorpictures) Suriya and Trisha also worked on the 2002 film Mounam Pesiyadhe and were part of the ensemble cast of Mani Ratnam's 2004 film Aayutha Ezhuthu. The film will feature music composed by Sai Abhyankkar and cinematography by G K Vishnu. Trisha Krishnan was last seen in the film Leo which starred Thalapathy Vijay in the lead role. It was one of the biggest blockbusters of 2023. She had a special appearance in the film 'The Greatest of All Time' starring Thalapthy Vijay in the lead role. Meanwhile, actress Trisha will be next seen in the film 'Identity' which is set to release in the theatres in January 2025. Makers have already revealed the teaser of the film. It stars actor Tovino Thomas in the lead role. The visually captivating teaser of the film, rich with suspenseful dialogues and scenes, hints at a story centred on investigation. 'Identity' marks the first collaboration between Trisha and Tovino. Bollywood actress Mandira Bedi plays another pivotal role, with Aju Varghese, Shammi Thilakan, Arjun Radhakrishnan, and Vishak Nair also featuring in key roles. Directed by Akhil Paul and Anas Khan, who previously collaborated with Tovino on Forensic, this film is produced under the banners of Ragam Movies by Raju Malliath and Confident Group by Dr. Roy C.J. Identity was initially announced on November 25, 2022. Cinematographer Akhil George, editor Chaman Chakko and composer Jakes Bejoy are part of the technical team. This story has been sourced from a third party syndicated feed, agencies. Mid-day accepts no responsibility or liability for its dependability, trustworthiness, reliability and data of the text. Mid-day management/mid-day.com reserves the sole right to alter, delete or remove (without notice) the content in its absolute discretion for any reason whatsoever
15 December,2024 09:19 AM IST | Mumbai | ANIActress Rashmika Mandanna, who has been scooping praises for her recently released blockbuster ‘Pushpa 2: The Rule’, was left pleasantly surprised at the origami skills of one of her fans. Origami artist Kabir Barot recently took to his social media, and shared a video showcasing his skills which drew a delightful reaction from Rashmika Mandanna. The clip captures the actor seated inside a car, gazing out of the window with curiosity and interest. As the artist showcased his intricate paper-folding art, the actress watched him intently, her expression reflecting complete admiration and focus on his craft. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Pappu KJ Barot (@barotkabir27) Meanwhile, the actress has been receiving a lot of positive response to her work in ‘Pushpa 2: The Rule’ in which she reprises her character of Srivalli, and acts as a plot point. ‘Pushpa: The Rule’, which was released on December 5, is racing on the box-office with the downforce of fan adulation and the legacy built by the film’s predecessor ‘Pushpa: The Rise’ which was released in December 2021. ‘Pushpa: The Rule’ picks up from where ‘Pushpa: The Rise’ ended. It sees the Telugu superstar Allu Arjun reprising his titular role. Recently, Rashmika came out in support of her ‘Pushpa’ co-star Allu Arjun, after he was arrested in connection to the death of a fan in a stampede at Sandhya Theatre in Hyderabad. The actress took to her X, formerly Twitter, and wrote, “I can’t believe what I am seeing right now.. The incident that happened was an unfortunate and deeply saddening incident. However, it is disheartening to see everything being blamed on a single individual. This situation is both unbelievable and heartbreaking”. Meanwhile, Allu Arjun is back at his home in Hyderabad after securing a bail in the case. This story has been sourced from a third party syndicated feed, agencies. Mid-day accepts no responsibility or liability for its dependability, trustworthiness, reliability and data of the text. Mid-day management/mid-day.com reserves the sole right to alter, delete or remove (without notice) the content in its absolute discretion for any reason whatsoever
15 December,2024 09:19 AM IST | Mumbai | IANSAny big news and Ram Gopal Varma doesn’t react to it? Seems impossible! As Allu Arjun has been gaining all the headlines in the last few days in connection with Revathi, a 35-year-old woman’s death due to a stampede during Pushpa 2: The Rule’s premiere, Ram Gopal Varma has claimed that his arrest was nothing but a PR stunt by the Telangana government to boost Pushpa 2’s box office collection. Regarding everybody’s SURPRISE SHOCK about why the Honourable chief minister of TELANGANA @revanth_anumala did this to @alluarjun , I think it is because he wanted to give a BIG PUBLICITY BOOST to the telangana state’s FAVOURITE SON for a HUGE RISE in #Pushpa2 ‘s week 2 ‘s… — Ram Gopal Varma (@RGVzoomin) December 14, 2024 Ram Gopal Varma calls Allu Arjun’s arrest a PR stunt Ram Gopal Varma took to his X account and shared a tweet related to the controversies surrounding Allu Arjun. While reacting, the filmmaker wrote, “Regarding everybody’s SURPRISE SHOCK about why the Honourable Chief Minister of TELANGANA @revanth_anumala did this to @alluarjun, I think it is because he wanted to give a BIG PUBLICITY BOOST to the Telangana state’s FAVOURITE SON for a HUGE RISE in #Pushpa2’s week 2 collections." He further said, “This explains why the STATE did such a deliberately weak PROSECUTION so that he could be BAILED OUT in a few hours and become even more MEGA POPULAR to RULE the BOX OFFICE for a LOOONG LOOOOONGGG TIME. Thank you shri @revanth_anumula garu, for holding the TELANGANA STATE’S PRIDE as SUPER HIGH as #Pushpa2’s SUPER COLLECTIONS.” Netizens react to RGV’s tweet His tweet got mixed reactions from netizens. One wrote, “Well said RGV sir, whatever happened yesterday and today will definitely help #AlluArjun.” “Good planning and execution if this is correct,” another commented. A third user wrote, “Ramu bhai at his high best, just one notch down from KRK.” One commented, “Sir, why are you so furious now...? Bunny himself handled it in a classy way! So cool.” Allu Arjun addressed the media after returning from jail Allu Arjun, after returning home, addressed the media in a press conference, saying, "I thank everyone for the love and support. I want to thank all my fans. There is nothing to worry about. I am fine. I am a law-abiding citizen and will cooperate." He also extended his condolences to the family of the deceased, emphasizing, "We are extremely sorry for the family. I will personally be there to help them in whatever way possible."
14 December,2024 09:49 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondentIt was on December 4 when a 35-year-old woman, Revathi, died during a stampede at Sandhya Theatre during the premiere show of his much-awaited film Pushpa 2: The Rule. In connection with the case, Allu Arjun was taken into custody and later released after the Telangana High Court granted interim bail to the actor. After several hours of ordeal, Allu Arjun finally returned home to his wife, Sneha Reddy, and children, Allu Ayaan and Allu Arha. Several videos of Allu reuniting with his family are going viral, receiving mixed reactions from netizens, who don't know what to make of the "grand" display of his homecoming after spending one night in jail. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Instant Bollywood (@instantbollywood) Fans React to Allu Arjun’s Homecoming video As the video of Allu meeting his wife goes viral, netizens have nothing but funny reactions to the ckip. One said, "Kuch zyada nahi ho gaya yeh? Overnight hi toh tha". "Why is his wife being over dramatic? I think she would make a better actor than Allu Arjun himself," another one wrote. While a few said, 'Sneha Chill' one wrote, "Itna natak to sanjay dutt ne bhi nahi kiya tha". "VVIP AC room, and alla a massive publicity stunt. But it is made to seem like dude fought and won a war or something," one user stated. “Rumours are that she is being cast for Pushpa 3 instead of Rashmika Mandana" Allu Arjun addressed media after returning from Jail Allu Arjun, after returning home, addressed the media in a press conference, shared, "I thank everyone for the love and support. I want to thank all my fans. There is nothing to worry about. I am fine. I am a law-abiding citizen and will cooperate". He also extended his condolences to the family of the deceased, emphasizing, "We are extremely sorry for the family. I will personally be there to help them in whatever way possible." Allu Arjun returns from jail Allu Arjun's release was met with a strong show of support from his family and colleagues. Actors Vijay Deverakonda, Naga Chaitanya, Rana Daggubati and filmmaker Sukumar rushed to meet Allu Arjun after he returned home from jail. Bollywood actors such as Rashmika Mandanna and Varun Dhawan have also voiced their solidarity with Allu Arjun during this challenging time. The superstar's father, Allu Aravind, spoke to the media, expressing gratitude for the widespread support his son received during the ongoing legal proceedings. "I want to thank the media across India for giving extraordinary support to Bunny (Allu Arjun) during his film's success and for yesterday," Allu Aravind said.
14 December,2024 05:02 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondentADVERTISEMENT
