Prabhas' Darling Celebrates 16 Years with a Controversial Re-Release
Darling's 16th Anniversary Celebration
The beloved romantic film Darling, featuring Prabhas, marked its 16th anniversary with a re-release that sparked enthusiastic celebrations across the Telugu states. The film debuted in 4K format, achieving remarkable box office success with packed screenings. However, the festive mood took a turn in Hyderabad when a disturbing incident inside a theater gained traction online. A video surfaced showing a staff member allegedly attacking a fan of Prabhas with a stick, shocking viewers and shifting the focus from celebration to controversy.
Controversy Surrounding the Re-Release
Darling Re-Release Controversy
Prabhas' romantic hit Darling made a significant return to theaters, reportedly grossing around Rs 5 crore on its opening day, marking one of the most successful Telugu re-releases. The initial screenings were filled with joy and excitement, but an unexpected incident in a Hyderabad theater quickly overshadowed the celebrations. A viral video depicted a theater employee allegedly striking a Prabhas fan during a dispute, raising concerns about how a festive event could devolve into violence.
Reports indicate that the conflict arose during a screening when a song was played in one show but omitted in another. Fans expressed their dissatisfaction, leading to a confrontation with theater management. The situation escalated as fans demanded the specific song be played. Some accounts suggest that the altercation was exacerbated by fan misbehavior, with claims that the individual involved was intoxicated and acted inappropriately towards staff, particularly female employees. However, these allegations remain unverified.
Overview of Prabhas' Darling
About Prabhas' Darling
Darling is a romantic comedy directed by A Karunakaran and produced by B V S N. Prasad under Sri Venkateswara Cine Chitra. The film stars Prabhas alongside Kajal Aggarwal, with music by G V Prakash Kumar. The plot revolves around Prabha, who concocts a story about reuniting with his childhood love in the picturesque Swiss Alps to escape a forced marriage to a gangster's daughter. Released on April 23, 2010, Darling received acclaim from both critics and audiences, becoming a box office hit. It was later remade in Kannada as Bulbul.
On the professional front, Prabhas is set to appear in Spirit, an action-packed drama directed by Sandeep Reddy Vanga. In this film, he portrays a fierce police officer battling an international crime syndicate. The film is slated for release on March 5, 2027, and will feature locations in Mexico and Thailand, alongside co-stars Triptii Dimri and Vivek Oberoi.