Allu Arjun’s 42 rules for media go viral, fans defend, critics mock

Telugu superstar Allu Arjun , known for his blockbuster Pushpa franchise, is once again making headlines but this time, not for his films. A recent podcast clip has revealed that the National Award-winning star has a strict 42-rule protocol for media interactions, sparking debate online.

The podcast, from the STP Podcast , featured a media professional named Kaveri who recounted her experience interacting with the star. According to her, before meeting Arjun, she was handed a detailed set of instructions designed to protect the actor’s privacy amid throngs of admirers. Among the rules that caught the public’s attention were “don’t look into sir’s eyes” and “don’t shake hands” .

“Every interaction is carefully managed by multiple layers of staff,” Kaveri said on the show, describing how these rules are enforced to ensure Arjun’s safety and comfort during public appearances.

The clip quickly went viral. Critics called the rules egotistical , questioning why anyone couldn’t even look into the star’s eyes, while fans defended them as standard protocol for a star of Arjun’s stature, given his intense fan following. Social media exploded with memes poking fun at the “don’t look in his eyes” instruction, while supporters dismissed the backlash as recycled rivalry from other fan bases.

The film, a sequel to the blockbuster Pushpa , recently faced controversy after a stampede at a Hyderabad screening led to a tragic death. The actor was briefly taken into judicial custody, though he was later granted interim bail. The incident has sparked debates about crowd control, celebrity responsibility, and fan behavior.

Industry insiders argue that the strict media rules and tight security are part of a broader strategy to protect stars with massive public attention. “When you have millions of fans mobbing theaters and public events, these protocols aren’t about ego they’re about safety,” one source explained.

Despite the criticism, Arjun’s popularity remains unshaken.Meanwhile, the 42-rule revelation has given social media plenty to talk about, some laughing, some debating, but all keeping their eyes on the “Stylish Star” of Telugu cinema.