A promotional event for the upcoming film The Raja Saab turned chaotic on Wednesday, December 17, 2025, as actress Nidhi Agarwal was mobbed by an aggressive crowd at Lulu Mall in Hyderabad. The incident has sparked a heated debate online regarding celebrity safety and the lack of proper crowd management at public promotional events.
What was intended to be a celebratory launch for the song "Sahana Sahana" from the much-anticipated Prabhas-starrer The Raja Saab quickly devolved into a distressing situation for the film's lead actress.
How the Incident Unfolded
Nidhi Agarwal, along with co-star Riddhi Kumar, visited Lulu Mall to interact with fans and promote the new melody composed by Thaman S. While the event initially saw a massive but manageable turnout, the situation spiraled out of control as the actress attempted to exit the venue.
Actress Nidhi Agarwal Mobbed at Hyderabad Lulu Mall during the song launch of her upcoming film 'The Raja Saab', co-starring Prabhas.#NidhiAgarwal #TheRajaSaab #Lulumall #Hyderabad pic.twitter.com/VPV106HCPB
— Bharat Squad (@TheBharatSquad) December 18, 2025
Videos circulating on social media show a sea of people breaching security barricades and surrounding Nidhi. The actress was seen visibly shaken, clutching her dupatta tightly while being pushed and shoved by the crowd. Despite the efforts of bouncers and mall security to form a human chain, the mob remained relentless until she was finally escorted into her car.
The Viral Reaction: "Worse Than Hyenas"
The footage of the manhandling triggered a wave of outrage from fans and the film fraternity alike. Singer and activist Chinmayi Sripada took to X (formerly Twitter) to slam the behavior of the mob, comparing them to "a pack of hyenas" and questioning the lack of basic respect for personal space.
Many netizens have also criticized the event organizers for choosing a high-traffic public space like a mall for a film starring a pan-India icon like Prabhas, whose fan following is famously intense.
About 'The Raja Saab'
Directed by Maruthi, The Raja Saab is a horror-comedy featuring Prabhas in the titular role. The film, which also stars Malavika Mohanan and Sanjay Dutt, is scheduled for a grand release on January 9, 2026. The song "Sahana Sahana," which was being promoted at the time of the incident, is a romantic melody that has already begun topping the charts.
