Actress Nidhhi Agerwal faced a distressing mobbing incident while exiting the song launch event for Prabhas-starrer The Raja Saab at Lulu Mall on December 17, 2025. The event, celebrating the release of the melodic track "Sahana Sahana", drew massive crowds eager to catch glimpses of the film's stars. Agerwal, one of the leading ladies alongside Malavika Mohanan and Riddhi Kumar, attended the promotional gathering in place of Prabhas, who skipped the appearance. As she attempted to leave the venue and reach her car, an unruly group of fans breached security barriers, surrounding her in a chaotic rush for selfies and proximity. Viral videos captured the actress visibly shaken, clutching her dupatta tightly while bodyguards struggled to clear a path. Security personnel eventually escorted her safely to her vehicle amid the frenzy.
The clips, widely shared on social media, showed Agerwal jostled and pushed as the crowd closed in, highlighting inadequate crowd control at the packed mall venue. Fans and onlookers ignored pleas for space, turning the exit into a hazardous scramble. Directed by Maruthi, The Raja Saab is a pan-India horror-comedy slated for release on January 9, 2026, featuring Prabhas in dual roles with a supporting cast including Sanjay Dutt. The song launch aimed to build hype but was overshadowed by the unfortunate chaos post-event. Agarwal has not publicly commented on the ordeal as of now.
Online reactions poured in swiftly, with netizens condemning the behaviour as reckless and invasive. Comments ranged from "Ufff, very bad guys, too much" and "Shame on you all" to stronger rebukes like "This is bad" and descriptions of the crowd as "animals" or "vultures disguised as fans". Many criticised event organisers for poor planning in a confined space known for heavy footfall, arguing better security protocols could have prevented the escalation. The incident sparked broader discussions on celebrity safety during public appearances, especially for female stars facing heightened risks.
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Singer Chinmayi Sripada voiced sharp criticism on X, posting, "Pack of men behaving worse than hyenas. Actually, why insult hyenas? Put 'like-minded' men together in a mob, and they will harass a woman like this. Why doesn't some god take them all away and put them on a different planet?" Her tweet amplified outrage, framing the mobbing as gendered harassment rather than mere enthusiasm.
Such episodes raise ongoing concerns about fan boundaries and event management in the Indian film industry, where star power often attracts overwhelming crowds. While "Sahana Sahana" received praise for its romantic vibe featuring Prabhas and Agerwal, the mobbing dominated headlines.
The Raja Saab continues to generate anticipation as Prabhas' genre shifts into full-fledged horror-comedy. Stakeholders may review safety measures for future promotions to avoid similar disruptions. Agerwal's graceful handling under pressure earned sympathy, with calls for respect toward artists' personal space. The film promises a grand Sankranthi treat across multiple languages.
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