The case is linked to the stampede that took place during the premiere of Pushpa 2 in December 2024. Reports state that the court had issued summons to Allu Arjun and directed him to appear before it for the latest hearing

Actor Allu Arjun, who enjoys massive popularity across India following the success of the Pushpa franchise, has reportedly skipped his scheduled appearance before the Nampally Court in Hyderabad in connection with the Sandhya Theatre stampede case.

According to a report by India Today, the actor will not appear in person before the court on Monday, June 22, 2026. Instead, his legal counsel is expected to represent him during the hearing. The actor has also sought permission to appear before the court virtually.

The case is linked to the tragic stampede that took place during the premiere of Pushpa 2 in December 2024. Reports state that the court had issued summons to Allu Arjun and directed him to appear before it for the latest hearing.

The actor has reportedly been named as Accused No. 11 (A11) by the Chikkadpally police. The management of Hyderabad's Sandhya Theatre has also been named in the case and listed as Accused Nos. 1 to 10 (A1–A10). In total, summons were reportedly issued to 20 accused, including the actor.