Allu Arjun Controversy: Hyderabad Commissioner CV Anand Apologizes for Controversial Remarks About the Media

Prominent Telugu actor Allu Arjun is facing intense scrutiny following a tragic stampede at Sandhya Theatre in Hyderabad during the premiere of Pushpa 2 on December 4, 2024. The incident, which led to the death of a woman, prompted Allu Arjun’s brief detention. He spent a night in jail before being released on interim bail.

Telangana Chief Minister Revanth Reddy publicly criticized Allu Arjun, holding him accountable for the chaos at the premiere. In response, the actor addressed the media in a press conference, providing clarity on his actions that day. Meanwhile, Hyderabad Police Commissioner CV Anand, during a separate press briefing, shared video footage showing Allu Arjun in the theatre at the time of the stampede. However, he withheld additional details, citing the ongoing legal investigation.

The situation escalated when CV Anand made controversial comments during the briefing, accusing national media of bias, being “bought over,” and lacking shame. His remarks caused an uproar among journalists, with a video of the statement quickly going viral on social media.

Facing backlash, CV Anand issued an apology on X (formerly Twitter): “I apologize for losing my cool when repeatedly questioned about the ongoing investigation. I regret making unnecessary generalizations about the national media. It was wrong, and I should have remained calm. I withdraw my remarks wholeheartedly.”

Despite the apology, the media community remains dissatisfied with his conduct. Meanwhile, Allu Arjun and his family have opted for silence, likely to avoid further complications.

The Sandhya Theatre stampede incident has drawn significant attention, with its legal and social implications expected to unfold in the coming days.