'Mysterious' Substance Sprayed During Screening Of 'Pushpa 2' In Mumbai's Galaxy Theatre, Cops Launch Probe

Mumbai Police are investigating an incident at Galaxy Theatre in Bandra following a disruption during the screening of the much-anticipated movie 'Pushpa 2: The Rule'.

Audience members reported that the film was paused for around 15-20 minutes after the interval, reported ANI.

An unidentified individual allegedly sprayed a substance that caused coughing, throat irritation, and vomiting among the cinema-goers.

Deen Dayal, a moviegoer at the theatre, shared his experience: "We came out during the interval. After going back in, it seemed that someone had sprayed something, causing coughing among the audience. The show was halted for around 10 minutes... The police are here checking everyone..."

Ramzan, another moviegoer, added, "As soon as we went back after the interval, we started coughing. We went to the bathroom and vomited. The smell stayed for 10-15 minutes. The smell faded away after the doors were opened. The movie resumed after that. The police are inside conducting an investigation..."

Meanwhile, on December 4, fans of actor Allu Arjun gathered in large numbers at the Sandhya Theatre in Hyderabad ahead of the premiere of 'Pushpa 2: The Rule'.

The police had to resort to mild lathi-charge to control the crowd. Tragically, a woman died, and a child was injured in the resulting stampede.

The Deputy Commissioner of Police, Central Zone, Hyderabad, stated: "A case has been booked under Section 105, 118(1) r/w 3(5) BNS Act at Chikkadpally Police Station based on the complaint of the family members of the deceased person, and it is under investigation. Stringent action as per law will be taken against all those responsible for the chaotic situation inside the theatre that led to the death of one person and injury to others."

Directed by Sukumar and produced by Mythri Movie Makers and Muttamsetty Media, 'Pushpa 2: The Rule' stars Allu Arjun, Rashmika Mandanna, and Fahadh Faasil, reprising their roles as Pushpa Raj, Srivalli, and Bhanwar Singh Shekhawat, respectively.