Varun Dhawan, currently promoting his upcoming film Baby John in Jaipur, has come to the defense of Pushpa 2 star Allu Arjun following the tragic stampede that occurred during the film’s premiere in Hyderabad on December 4. The stampede resulted in the death of a 39-year-old woman and left her son critically injured. Allu Arjun has since been arrested in connection with the incident.
Dhawan Emphasizes Shared Responsibility for Event Safety
At a promotional event, Varun Dhawan addressed the tragic stampede, stating that placing the blame on a single individual is unfair. He highlighted that safety protocols are in place for large events, and actors should not be solely held responsible for such incidents. Varun said, “There are safety protocols. An actor cannot take everything upon himself.”
Event Management and Safety Protocols
During the same event, Varun praised the management of his promotional event by Cinepolis, noting that it was handled well. He expressed gratitude for the event’s smooth organization, contrasting it with the unfortunate tragedy at the Pushpa 2 premiere.
Condolences and Calls for Fairness
While expressing deep sorrow for the tragedy, Varun Dhawan extended his condolences to the victim’s family, saying, “I’m very sorry for the loss.” However, he also urged that responsibility should not be placed entirely on one individual, adding, “But at the same time, I think you cannot put the blame on just one person.”
Social Media Reactions
Varun’s comments have gained traction on social media, where discussions about the complexities of managing large-scale events and the shared responsibility of organizers, actors, and authorities have been sparked.
