The theatrical release of Prabhas's highly-anticipated film, The Raja Saab, officially scheduled for January 9, was preceded by an intense wave of excitement that unfortunately turned chaotic at several venues in Hyderabad. Tensions flared on Thursday night, January 8, as premiere shows intended to kick off the film’s run were plagued by unexpected, last-minute delays, leading to widespread frustration and unrest among the superstar’s dedicated fan base.

The Cause of the Confusion

Special screenings of The Raja Saab were planned to begin as early as 9 PM on January 8 across Andhra Pradesh and Telangana. However, these premiere shows in Hyderabad ran into significant hurdles due to a reported delay in the issuance of a crucial government order (G.O.) necessary for the screenings to legally proceed.

This uncertainty created an information vacuum, leaving thousands of eager fans who had gathered outside theatres waiting with no clear updates from the management. The confusion quickly spiraled into agitation, as fans, known for their enthusiastic celebrations of Prabhas's films, grew impatient with the silence and lack of communication regarding the show status.

Storming the Gates: Chaos at Vimal Theatre

The most widely reported scene of disorder occurred at Hyderabad's Vimal Theatre. As crowds swelled and frustration mounted, reports and videos circulating widely on social media showed the situation quickly deteriorating. Agitated fans were seen gathering in large numbers, loudly demanding clarity and eventually resorting to forcing their way into the premises.

In a particularly chaotic video from Vimal Theatre, a large group of fans forcefully entered the hall during a screening that was reportedly underway for the media. The fans subsequently refused to vacate the hall, insisting that the movie be screened for them immediately. Similar scenes of unrest were reported elsewhere, with videos capturing fans banging on theatre gates and attempting to rush past security barricades in a desperate bid to gain entry. The scenes highlighted the massive pre-release frenzy for the film, but also the challenges in managing such intense celebrity fandom.

Management and Security Struggle

The sheer size and intensity of the crowd, compounded by the last-minute confusion, overwhelmed theatre staff and security personnel. Reports indicated that in several instances, theatre management struggled to control the agitated masses, with some video clips even showing security staff attempting to push back the crowd using sticks.

The chaos led to significant discomfort for attendees and raised questions online about the planning and crowd control measures implemented for such a high-stakes premiere. Social media users expressed frustration, pointing to the combination of "unplanned premieres + zero clarity" as the recipe for the disaster. Ultimately, the unfortunate delay in securing the necessary permissions transformed what was meant to be a joyous cinematic celebration into a tumultuous pre-release event in the city.
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