Allu Arjun’s Residence Attacked with Stones and Effigy Burnt Amid Pushpa 2 Stampede Controversy

The controversy surrounding the Pushpa 2 stampede incident continues to escalate. On Sunday, December 22, a group of individuals attacked actor Allu Arjun’s residence in Hyderabad. According to reports, the miscreants pelted stones at the actor’s home, vandalized the property, and even destroyed flower pots placed inside the premises. Several videos of the attack have gone viral.

BREAKING: Allu Arjun house protestors DEMAND ₹1⃣ cr for Pushpa 2⃣ stampede victim family. pic.twitter.com/pJTgQDDcM2

— Manobala Vijayabalan (@ManobalaV) December 22, 2024

The Jubilee Hills Police, as quoted by ANI, confirmed that six members of the Osmania University Joint Action Committee (OU-JAC) were involved in the attack. The protestors also held placards demanding justice for Revathi, a woman who lost her life in the stampede, and financial compensation of ₹1 crore for her family. They reportedly demanded that Allu Arjun take responsibility for the family’s expenses.

Six members of the Osmania University Joint Action Committee (OU-JAC) pelted stones at actor Allu Arjun's residence, held placards and staged a protest. However, we have not received any complaint from Allu Arjun's family. Further details awaited: Jubilee Hills Police

— ANI (@ANI) December 22, 2024

In addition, tomatoes were allegedly thrown at the actor’s residence, and an effigy of Allu Arjun was burnt outside the property. Eight individuals have been taken into custody and are being held at the Jubilee Hills Police Station. Despite the attack, no official complaint has been registered by the actor’s family so far.

Background: The Pushpa 2 Stampede Controversy

The controversy stems from an incident on December 4 during a special screening of Pushpa 2. What started as an event to surprise fans tragically turned into a stampede-like situation. Revathi, a woman in the crowd, lost her life, and her 8-year-old son, Sri Teja, sustained critical injuries.

On December 21, the issue was brought up in the Telangana Assembly, where Chief Minister Revanth Reddy accused Allu Arjun of negligence in connection to the Sandhya Theatre stampede. Later that day, Allu Arjun held a press conference denying the allegations and addressing the situation.

I appeal to all my fans to express their feelings responsibly, as always and not resort to any kind of abusive language or behavior both online and offline. #TeamAA pic.twitter.com/qIocw4uCfk

— Allu Arjun (@alluarjun) December 22, 2024

Allu Arjun’s Statement

On December 22, the actor issued a stern statement warning people misrepresenting themselves as his fans and spreading abusive content online. He appealed to his fans to act responsibly, both online and offline. The statement read:

“Misrepresenting as my fans with fake IDs and fake profiles, if someone indulges in abusive posts, strong action will be taken against them. I request fans to not engage in such posts.”

The Pushpa 2 stampede incident has not only sparked legal and political debates but has also resulted in significant backlash against the actor. Authorities are investigating the matter further.