₹2 crore assistance by Allu Arjun, makers of Pushpa-2 for family of stampede victim
The Statesman|December 26, 2024
Actor Allu Arjun, producers and director of Pushpa 2: The Rule have announced Rs 2 crore for the family of the woman who was killed and her son who was critically injured during the premiere show of the movie at Sandhya Theatre on 4 December.
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₹2 crore assistance by Allu Arjun, makers of Pushpa-2 for family of stampede victim

Allu Arjun's father and well-known producer Allu Arvind made the announcement on Wednesday after meeting Sri Teja, who is undergoing treatment at KIMS Hospital.

Allu Arvind told media that the cheque was handed over to Dil Raju, chairman, Telangana State Film Development Corporation.

Allu Arvind said to support the boy and his family, the film unit decided to give financial assistance of Rs 2 crore.

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