Tollywood star Allu Arjun appeared at Chikkadpally Police Station to answer questions related to a fatal stampede at the screening of his film Pushpa 2 in Hyderabad, resulting in one death and serious injury to a minor. Protests outside the actor’s residence, property damage, and political accusations have intensified the issue. Allu Arjun has cooperated with investigators, who may take him to the Sandhya Theatre for further verification. The deceased’s family has been promised Rs 50 lakh compensation.
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