During the 4K re-release of Mahesh Babu’s 2010 film Khaleja on May 30, 2025, an unusual incident occurred at a theatre in Vijayawada. A fan, aiming to recreate a scene from the movie where Mahesh Babu’s character walks with a snake, brought a live snake into the theatre. Initially, the audience believed the snake was a prop, but panic ensued when it started moving, causing many to flee the venue .
This incident was part of a series of disruptions during the film’s re-release. Fans across various theatres expressed frustration over missing scenes and songs in the edited version, leading to halted screenings and confrontations with theatre staff . In response to the backlash, the film’s producers and theatre authorities worked to restore the omitted content, assuring fans that the complete version would be available in subsequent screenings .
Khaleja, directed by Trivikram Srinivas and co-starring Anushka Shetty, has garnered a cult following over the years. The passionate reactions to its re-release underscore the deep connection fans have with the film.
