Fans rush to Allu Arjun, Rashmika in Patna; Police resort to lathi charge

The grand trailer launch of the pan-India film '

Pushpa 2: The Rule

' including Allu Arjun and Rashmika Mandanna was held at the Gandhi Maidan in Patna on Sunday evening, drawing an enthusiastic crowd of thousands of fans. However, during the event, a massive turnout led to chaotic scenes, with fans attempting to climb barricades and structures to get closer to their favourite stars.
As the situation escalated, reports indicated that police had to intervene with what was described as a "mild"

lathi charge

to manage the crowd. Videos circulating on the internet from the event showed some attendees throwing slippers and other items at police officers when they were prevented from approaching the stage.
However, Rajeev Mishra, the Senior Superintendent of Police (SSP) of Patna, denied claims of excessive force, clarifying that only a small group trying to cross barriers was removed and that adequate security personnel were present according to a PTI report.
During the event Allu Arjun acknowledged the love he received from the fans, stating that while Pushpa never bows down to anyone, but the love of the people of Bihar forced him to break that rule.

The trailer itself has created a huge buzz online, with fans discussing the 2 minute 48 seconds glimpse of the film on social media.
The film is the sequel to the 2021 superhit 'Pushpa 1: The Rise' for which Allu Arjun became the first Telugu actor who received the National Award for Best Actor portraying Pushpa Raj.
The upcoming sequel will go deeper into the lives of the red sandalwood smuggler, Srivalli his wife portrayed by Rashmika Mandanna and Pushpa's nemesis IPS Bhanwar Singh Shekhawat essayed by Fahadh Faasil.
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