Moviegoers attending a late-night screening of “Pushpa 2” at a multiplex in Nagpur, Maharashtra, found themselves in the midst of a real-life action scene when police stormed the cinema hall to apprehend a man linked to serious criminal activities.

The arrest of Vishal Meshram occurred shortly after midnight on Thursday and left the audience in shock, although police reassured them that they could continue watching the film as they took the suspect into custody.

Vishal Meshram had been evading law enforcement for 10 months and was reportedly traced due to authorities discovering his interest in the newly released film, as stated by an official from the Pachpaoli police station. Meshram’s criminal record includes 27 cases, with charges for two murders and drug trafficking. He has a history of violent behavior, having been known to assault police officers in the past.

Law enforcement agencies had been diligently pursuing him using cyber surveillance techniques and monitoring his movements in a newly acquired sports utility vehicle (SUV). Upon confirming his location on Thursday, police deflated the tires of his vehicle parked outside the cinema to hinder any escape attempts.

As the film reached its climax, Meshram was fully engrossed when police entered the hall, quickly surrounding him and executing the arrest without giving him a chance to resist. He is currently being held in the Nagpur Central Jail and is set to be transferred to a facility in Nashik soon.

“Pushpa 2: The Rule,” starring Allu Arjun, is the sequel to the 2021 Telugu hit “Pushpa: The Rise” and was released on December 5 in various dubbed versions, including Hindi, Tamil, Kannada, Bengali, and Malayalam.

The eagerly anticipated sequel to De De Pyaar De, titled De De Pyaar De 2, has been officially confirmed for a theatrical release on November 14, 2025. The original film featured a talented ensemble cast, including Ajay Devgn, Rakul Preet Singh, and Tabu.

The production teams, T-Series and Luv Films, shared the exciting announcement through social media, stating, “#DeDePyaarDe2 will be released on 14th November 2025. Directed by @anshul3112, and produced by #BhushanKumar, #KrishanKumar, #LuvRanjan, and @gargankur82. The screenplay is written by @tarun.j.85 and Luv Ranjan (sic).”

The sequel, helmed by director Anshul Sharma, is currently being filmed in picturesque locations across Punjab, Mumbai, and London. With Bhushan Kumar and Krishan Kumar producing under T-Series, alongside Luv Ranjan and Ankur Garg of Luv Films, the movie is poised for a mid-November release. Fans are eagerly anticipating the next chapter in this beloved story.

In response to the announcement, fans shared their enthusiasm online. One user expressed, “Excited! The first part is my favorite,” while another requested, “Please reveal the cast soon!” A different fan added, “It’s a hit; just keep the music good.” One person urged, “Make sure the songs are blockbusters! We want to hear from Arijit Singh, Honey Singh, and Darshan Raval.”

According to reports, Luv Ranjan and his team have cast R. Madhavan in a significant role for De De Pyaar De 2. This collaboration will reunite him with Ajay Devgn following their intense encounter in Shaitaan. However, this time their on-screen chemistry is expected to take a lighter tone, adding humor to their rivalry, as per insider sources.

R. Madhavan is reportedly viewing this project as a refreshing change from his usual intense roles. After last appearing in the light-hearted romantic comedy Tanu Weds Manu, he is eager to join the fun of this sequel to the 2018 hit.

Both Madhavan and Devgn are said to be thrilled about the new energy that the filmmakers are bringing to the film. De De Pyaar De 2 will continue the story from the first installment, delving into the comedic situations that arise within Rakul Preet Singh’s character’s family. The sequel will explore the humorous dynamics of Ashish, a man in his 50s (played by Ajay), and Ayesha, a woman in her 20s (played by Rakul).

AIMIM MLA Akbaruddin Owaisi hit out at Telugu superstar Allu Arjun for his insensitive actions and lack of responsibility following a tragic stampede at the premiere of his blockbuster film ‘Pushpa 2: The Rule’ in Hyderabad.

While addressing the Telangana Assembly, Owaisi pointed out that despite the stampede resulting in the death of a woman, Allu Arjun continued to watch the movie and even waved to fans as he exited the venue.

Owaisi, without explicitly naming the actor, stated, “According to my information, when Allu Arjun learned about the stampede and the loss of life, he remarked, ‘now the movie will be hit.'”

The stampede occurred on December 4 when a large crowd gathered at the Sandhya theatre to catch a glimpse of Arjun and his co-star Rashmika Mandhana. This tragic incident led to the death of a 39-year-old woman and left her son severely injured. Authorities noted that the theatre management failed to make proper crowd control arrangements.

“Despite the stampede incident, he (Allu Arjun) still watched the film and waved at fans from his car on his way out. He didn’t even take the time to check on the victims or their families. I also attend public meetings with large crowds, but I ensure that no chaos occurs,” Owaisi added.

On December 13, Allu Arjun was arrested at his home amid dramatic circumstances related to the incident. A lower court initially placed him in judicial custody for 14 days, but he was granted interim bail by the Telangana High Court on the same day. He had to spend a night in jail due to delays in the processing of the bail order.

During the Assembly session, Telangana Chief Minister Revanth Reddy accused Allu Arjun of attending the screening of ‘Pushpa 2’ despite police having denied permission. Reddy claimed that the actor did not immediately leave the cinema after the tragic incident, necessitating police intervention to escort him out.

Responding to the issue raised by Akbaruddin Owaisi, Reddy highlighted existing video evidence that criticized Allu Arjun for holding a roadshow and waving to the crowd despite the overwhelming number of fans present.

Reddy also noted that the theatre management had requested police security in a letter dated December 2, ahead of the event on December 4, but the police rejected the application, citing crowd management challenges.