‘Unnecessarily Dragged Into It’: ‘Pushpa 2’ Producer Ravi Shankar Denies Allu Arjun’s Involvement in Jani Master Sexual Assault Case

Choreographer Shaikh Jani Basha, also known as Jani Master, recently found himself in major trouble after being accused of sexual assault. He was later arrested by the Cyberabad police in Goa in connection with the case. Jani Master was booked under the Protection of Children from Sexual Offences (POCSO) Act for assaulting the woman when she was a minor. Now, Pushpa producer Ravi Shankar, who was questioned about Allu Arjun's involvement in the case, has finally reacted and dismissed any speculation linking the Telugu star to the case. Jani Master Case: Hyderabad Police Question Tollywood Choreographer After Arrest for Alleged Sexual Harassment.

‘Pushpa’ Producer Ravi Shankar Addresses Speculations Surrounding Allu Arjun’s Involvement

Recent reports revealed that Allu Arjun came forward and offered professional help to the victim after learning about her case. At the success party of Mathu Vadalara 2 in Hyderabad, Ravi Shankar was questioned about Allu Arjun and Sukumar's names getting involved in the case.

Allu Arjun With Jani Master

Ravi Shankar responded to the question and said, "Whatever happened between the girl and Jani Master is personal to them. She was hired long back as an additional choreographer for our film and will remain through the filmmaking. Jani Master was supposed to choreograph a special song for Pushpa 2, but this happened two days after we planned it". He further revealed that Allu Arjun would never take sides in such situations, as said in the media. "Hero isn't bothered about who's on the set other than wishing them good morning and following the steps he's given."

He continued, "He has unnecessarily been dragged into it. For his stature, why would he stop someone from working or promoting someone else? We are only professionally aligned to both of them." According to the police, Jani Master has admitted to sexually assaulting the lady.  Jani Master, ‘Stree 2’ Choreographer, Confesses to Sexual Assault Allegations Following Victim’s Accusation – Reports.

Meanwhile, Sukumar's Pushpa 2: The Rule, starring Allu Arjun and Rashmika Mandanna, is scheduled to release in the theatres on December 6, 2024. The Telugu film also stars Fahadh Faasil in a key role.

Women and Child Helpline Numbers:

Childline India – 1098; Missing Child and Women – 1094; Women’s Helpline – 181; National Commission for Women Helpline – 112; National Commission for Women Helpline Against Violence – 7827170170; Police Women and Senior Citizen Helpline – 1091/1291.

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