A major tragedy has struck the team of Prabhas-starrer 'Fauzi'. One crew member lost their life in a road accident near Hyderabad, while five others sustained serious injuries. The incident has left the entire unit shaken and brought production activities to an immediate halt.
Incident near Ramoji Film City
According to reports, the accident occurred when crew members were travelling to Ramoji Film City for a scheduled shoot. The mishap took place on the outskirts of Hyderabad, near Abdullapurmet, where the vehicle lost control and crashed into cement divider blocks. The impact was severe, causing major damage. The accident happened under the Choutuppal police station limits, close to the Toopranpet bridge. One crew member died on the spot, while others were badly injured.
Injured shifted, identities awaited
Emergency responders reached the spot quickly and took the injured to a nearby hospital, where they are currently undergoing treatment. Authorities have not yet revealed the identities of the victims, and updates on their health condition are still awaited. The situation remains critical for some of the injured members.
Shoot for 'Fauzi' halted
Following the accident, the makers have paused the shoot to honour the deceased crew member and allow time for necessary formalities. The production team is working with authorities, and police have begun an investigation into the incident to determine the exact cause. Initial reports indicate that the driver may have lost control, but officials are also checking if safety protocols were followed properly. More clarity is expected in the coming days. So far, there has been no official statement from the makers or from Prabhas.
'Fauzi' leak controversy
Earlier in April, the film was progressing with its shoot. Like many big projects, it faced issues with leaked images from the set. The team responded with a strict warning on social media: "It has come to our attention that certain accounts are circulating leaked images from the sets of #Fauzi. Please treat this as a strict warning - any such content will be reported, and necessary action will be taken against those involved."
Director Hanu Raghavapudi also shared his concern, urging fans to respect the team's effort: "We've poured our hearts into #Fauzi to give you something truly special. Humbly requesting everyone, please don't spoil the magic with leaks. Let's experience it the way it's meant to be… together in theatres."
In the film, Prabhas plays a soldier described as a "one-man battalion." The makers introduced the project on his birthday, hinting at a story rooted in history and courage: "#PrabhasHanu is #FAUZI. The bravest tale of a soldier from the hidden chapters of our history."
