A star hero getting arrested in a stampede case is rare, not just in Telugu states but across India. Such incidents are once-in-a-decade occurrences.
Allu Arjun’s arrest has sparked widespread discussion.
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Recently, he began promoting his fan base as “Allu Army,” distancing himself from the “mega fans” umbrella. Wherever he went—be it Mumbai or Kerala—he addressed his fans as the Allu Army instead of mega fans.
However, when Allu Arjun was taken into custody and moved to Chanchalguda Central Jail, there were no widespread protests across the state from his Allu Army.
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Typically, if a star like NTR or a Tier 1 star from the mega family faced such a situation, their fans would organize protests and Dharnas across Telugu states to show their impact. The absence of visible support from the Allu Army surprised many.
Mega fans seized the opportunity to troll Allu Arjun’s decision to split from their fandom. They trolled the Allu Army, asking where they are when their hero is facing arrest and jail.
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This debate highlights the importance of having a strong, vocal fan base for a Tier 1 star hero, especially during critical times when they need to showcase their fan base and its power.