SS Rajamouli Survives Japan Earthquake, Son Says They Were on 28th Floor: 'Ground Started to Move'

SS Rajamouli and his son SS Karthikeya experienced an earthquake in Japan on Thursday, March 21. It has been reported that Japan was hit by an earthquake with a preliminary magnitude of 5.3. Taking to X, previously known as Twitter, Karthikeya shared a picture of his smartwatch featuring the earthquake alert and opened up about the experience. Tagging SS Rajamouli and producer Shobu Yarlagadda on the picture, Karthikeya revealed that the RRR team was on the 28th floor when the earthquake hit.

“Felt a freaking earthquake in Japan just now!!! Was on the 28th floor and slowly the ground started to move and took us a while to realise it was an earthquake. I was just about to panic but all the Japanese around did not budge as if it just started to rain!! Experience an earthquake box ticked. ✅,” SS Karthikeya shared.

The post left fans concerned. Many prayed for them and their safe return to India. “I’m glad you’re all safe. There may be aftershocks, so please be careful today,” a fan said. “I’m glad you’re safe. Please continue to be careful✨,” another added. “I’m relieved to hear that you are safe, enjoy the rest of your stay!!” a third fan said.

Rajamouli and RRR have received much love from Japan. The film was a massive hit when it was released in the country and fans have shown their love and support to the filmmaker since its release. Rajamouli, Karthikeya and Shobu landed in Japan recently for a special screening of RRR. During their visit, they have also been sharing updates about Rajamouli’s next film, SSMB 29, which stars Mahesh Babu in the lead.