A thrilling night show of Pushpa 2 at a Nagpur multiplex turned into real-life action when police stormed the hall and arrested elusive gangster-turned-drug peddler Vishal Meshram, who is reportedly a fan of Allu Arjun.
The dramatic raid unfolded minutes after midnight on Thursday, leaving the packed audience shocked before officers urged them to enjoy the superstar’s signature beard-brushing style on screen.
Meshram, a notorious criminal with 27 offences, including two murders, had been on the run for 10 months. Wanted for his role in an MD drugs peddling case registered at Ajni police station in February this year, the druglord was known for his violent confrontations with police and was previously booked twice under the Maharashtra Control of Organized Crime Act (MCOCA).
Police Commissioner Ravinder Singal authorized the use of the stringent Maharashtra Prevention of Dangerous Activities (MPDA) Act against Meshram, prompting a relentless chase by Panchpaoli police and the crime branch. Interestingly, police sources revealed that Meshram might be a fan of Allu Arjun, which led him to let his guard down and attend the night screening of the superstar’s much-awaited film.
The arrest marks a significant victory in the crackdown on organized crime and drug trafficking in the city, blending reel-life excitement with real-life justice.
