Thu Jan 09 06:18:02 UTC 2025: ## Telugu Film’s Pre-Release Event Cancelled Following Tirupati Stampede
**Vijayawada, January 9, 2025** – Actor Nandamuri Balakrishna has cancelled the pre-release event for his upcoming film, *Daku Maharaj*, scheduled for Anantapur. The decision comes in response to the tragic stampede in Tirupati on January 8th, which resulted in multiple fatalities.
In a press statement, Balakrishna expressed deep sorrow over the incident and extended his condolences to the bereaved families. He deemed it inappropriate to hold the celebratory event given the circumstances. The new date for the pre-release event has not yet been announced.
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