Bollywood actor Allu Arjun appeared virtually before the Nampally Court in Hyderabad on Monday in connection with the Sandhya Theatre stampede case. The court had earlier directed the actor to appear in person, but he was granted permission to attend the proceedings via video conferencing.
The case is related to the stampede that took place during the premiere screening of Pushpa 2: The Rule in December 2024 at Sandhya Theatre in Hyderabad.
Court adjourns hearing as accused fail to appear
The Nampally Court adjourned the hearing after all the accused named in the chargesheet did not appear before the court. According to The Hindu, the matter has now been posted for July 6.
The court had earlier issued summons to all 23 accused named in the case. Allu Arjun has been listed by the police as Accused No. 11 (A11) in the chargesheet.
Allu Arjun seeks permission for virtual appearance
According to his legal team, the actor requested permission to appear through video conferencing as he is currently shooting for a film. The court allowed this request, and Allu Arjun attended the hearing virtually.
As reported by Bollywood Hungama, the actor appeared virtually for the hearing after seeking permission from the court.
What happened in the Sandhya Theatre stampede case
The stampede occurred during the premiere screening of Pushpa 2: The Rule at Sandhya Theatre in Hyderabad in December 2024. The incident led to legal proceedings against multiple individuals, including actor Allu Arjun.
According to News18, the matter has been postponed, with the next hearing scheduled for July 6.
Our Take: A routine legal process with public interest
This is a straightforward legal development. The court has allowed Allu Arjun to appear virtually, which is a common practice when an accused person has professional commitments that make physical attendance difficult. The adjournment to July 6 is also routine — courts often postpone hearings when all parties are not present.
What makes this case notable is the public interest. The Sandhya Theatre stampede was a tragic event, and the legal proceedings will determine accountability. For now, the process is moving forward, and the next hearing in July will be an important step.
