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Last Updated: April 06, 2025, 20:01 IST
Ajith Kumar fans narrowly escape injury as a 285-ft cut-out collapses amidst strong winds prior to the release of Good Bad Ugly.
Ajith Kumar’s massive cut-out falls.
In Tamil Nadu, fans of actor Ajith Kumar had a close brush with disaster when a massive 285-ft cut-out dedicated to him collapsed. This incident occurred just days before the much-anticipated release of his film, Good Bad Ugly, set for April 10. The preparation and effort that went into erecting this large structure were significant, but strong winds ultimately caused it to topple.
Although Ajith Kumar has yet to comment on this incident, he consistently advocates for fans to express their admiration in safe and respectful ways, distancing himself from extravagant displays of fandom. Footage of the cut-out’s collapse has gained traction across social media platforms, where it shows how fans were able to escape to safety just moments before the structure fell. You can watch the video here:
The video has also drawn attention on Reddit, where many users have voiced their concerns. One commenter lamented the risks involved, questioning the wisdom behind such elaborate displays. Another expressed curiosity about Kumar’s potential reaction to seeing the viral video, speculating that he might feel embarrassed about these incidents occurring in his name. A third user sarcastically noted it was amusing to watch but hoped the situation would serve as a lesson for those involved.
This incident isn’t the first of its kind; back in 2019, a similar incident led to injuries when another large cut-out of Ajith Kumar fell during a paal abhishekam ceremony, a religious ritual where fans shower offerings on a cut-out to show their devotion. At that time, the structure had collapsed while fans participated in the ceremony, resulting in five injuries, according to reports from ANI.
Ajith Kumar has used his platform to remind fans to steer clear of conflicts on social media with supporters of other actors. He has also encouraged fans to drop the honorary title ‘Thala’ and simply refer to him as ‘Ajith Kumar,’ advocating for a more grounded approach to fandom.
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