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Sukumar SHOCKS Fans; Expresses Wish To Quit Cinema Amid Pushpa 2 Controversy

At an event in Hyderabad, Pushpa 2 director Sukumar made a shocking statement amid the Pushpa 2 stampede controversy that left everyone in shock. Read on for the details.

Allu Arjun’s latest movie, Pushpa 2, is making a huge splash at the box office. Since its release on December 5, this action thriller has already crossed the incredible Rs 1000 crore mark, making it the year’s highest-grossing film. Recently, at an event in Hyderabad, the film’s director, Sukumar, made a shocking comment that surprised everyone.

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When asked what he would like to leave behind, he stunned everyone by saying, “Cinema.” This left the audience, along with actor Ram Charan, in shock. Without hesitation, Ram grabbed the mic to encourage Sukumar not to step away from filmmaking, showing just how much everyone appreciates his incredible contributions to the industry.

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About the Incident

Sukumar recently made a statement following the unfortunate stampede incident at the Pushpa 2 screening, which led to the tragic loss of a woman in Hyderabad. On December 4, this incident occurred at the Sandhya Theatre during actor Allu Arjun’s unexpected visit, and it sadly resulted in the woman’s death while her nine-year-old son sustained serious injuries.

Actor Allu Arjun was arrested on December 13 and placed in custody for 14 days. A few hours later, he was given temporary bail for four weeks. In a video he released, Allu Arjun expressed his sadness for the family of the woman involved. He promised to help the family financially and cover medical expenses for a boy who is in critical condition. He added the post with the caption: “Deeply heartbroken by the tragic incident at Sandhya Theatre. My heartfelt condolences go out to the grieving family during this unimaginably difficult time. I want to assure them they are not alone in this pain and will meet the family personally. While respecting their need for space to grieve, I stand committed to extend every possible assistance to help them navigate through this challenging journey”.

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First published on: Dec 24, 2024 04:41 PM IST


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