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Makers of Rishab Shetty’s Kantara: Chapter 1 cancel Chennai event amid Vijay rally's stampede incident

Updated on: 29 September,2025 07:18 PM IST  |  Mumbai
mid-day online correspondent |

As Rishab Shetty continues to promote his upcoming film Kantara: Chapter 1 throughout the nation, the makers recently decided to cancel the Chennai event, following the tragic stampede incident that left everyone shocked recently

Makers of Rishab Shetty’s Kantara: Chapter 1 cancel Chennai event amid Vijay rally's stampede incident

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The recent stampede incident that killed at least 40 people during a political rally addressed by actor-turned-politician Vijay in Karur, Tamil Nadu has left the nation heartbroken. In light of this tragic incident, the makers of Kantara: Chapter 1 have decided to cancel the grand promotional event of the film scheduled for tomorrow, September 30 in the city.

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Actor Gulshan Devaiah took to his Instagram to sharean official statement that reads, “In view of the recent unfortunate incident, we have decided to cancel our Kantara: Chapter 1 promotional event scheduled in Chennai tomorrow. We believe this is a time for reflection and solidarity with those affected. Our deepest condolences and prayers are with the families impacted. We are grateful for your understanding and support, and we look forward to meeting our audience in Tamil Nadu at a more appropriate time."



“Due to the recent unfortunate incident, we are cancelling the #KantaraChapter1 promotional event in Chennai tomorrow. Our thoughts and prayers are with those affected. Thank you for your understanding. We look forward to meeting our audience in Tamil Nadu at a more appropriate time," the Kantara actor added in the caption.

About the Stampede incident

According to reports, the Karur rally killed at least 39 people and left 95 others injured. Actor-turned-politician Vijay reacted to the stampede and said, “This is indeed an irreparable loss for us. No matter who offers words of comfort, the loss of our loved ones is unbearable. Yet, as a member of your family, I intend to provide 20 lakh rupees to each family that has lost a loved one and 2 lakh rupees to those who are injured and receiving treatment. This amount is, of course, not significant in the face of such a loss. Still, at this moment, it is my duty as one who belongs to your family to stand by you, my dear ones, with a heavy heart.”

When asked about the cause of the stampede during a press briefing early on Sunday, Tamil Nadu Chief Minister MK Stalin stated, “Tamil Nadu has appointed a commission headed by retired judge Aruna Jagadeesan to investigate the incident and submit a report to the government, after which further action will be taken."

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