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Kalyan Defends the Police
Speaking to the media in Mangalagiri, Kalyan emphasized that the law is impartial and that police actions are always aimed at ensuring public safety. However, he also pointed out the role of the theater staff, stating, “The theater staff should have informed Allu Arjun earlier about any issues. Once he sat in the seat, they should have instructed him to vacate it if necessary.”
Kalyan expressed his deep shock over the incident, particularly the loss of Revathi’s life. “Revathi’s death has deeply shocked me. They turned what was already lost into an even greater tragedy. We should have conveyed earlier that we are all here to support the family,” Kalyan said, stressing the need for compassion and a gesture of condolence from Allu Arjun and the movie's authorities. He continued, “It would have been better if someone had visited the victim’s family earlier on behalf of Allu Arjun.”
Public Anger and Lack of Human Gesture
The Deputy CM also addressed the public’s anger, noting that it stemmed from the lack of a human gesture in the aftermath of the tragedy. “There is a clear lack of humanity in this matter. Everyone should have gone to Revathi’s house to offer reassurance and condolences,” Kalyan added.
Kalyan refrained from
