Actress Florence Pugh encountered an unexpected moment during her appearance at CCXP 2023 in Brazil alongside her co-stars from "Dune: Part Two," including Timothee Chalamet, Zendaya Coleman, and Austin Butler, along with director Denis Villeneuve. As they concluded their panel, capturing cheerful moments in pictures, an unforeseen incident disrupted the harmony.
In videos that surfaced online, the cast and Villeneuve were in high spirits until an object hurled from the audience caught Pugh off guard. Reacting swiftly, she exclaimed in surprise or discomfort, instinctively touching the area struck by the object. Despite her reaction, the nature of the object remained unclear as Pugh stooped to pick it up.
Witnessing the unexpected turn, both Timothee and Austin, positioned nearby, displayed concern for Pugh, while Zendaya and Villeneuve seemed engrossed in their conversation and missed the incident.
This occurrence took place during their promotional stint for the upcoming sci-fi sequel at the Sao Paulo Comic Con event. Prior to the incident, Pugh expressed her enthusiasm for being part of the panel, highlighting the joy of working alongside such a remarkable ensemble. She emphasized the significance of the first movie's impact, fostering a sense of unity and empowerment throughout their filming days.
This unsettling incident transpired despite prior warnings from other performers, signaling the importance of respecting artists' space and safety during such events.
(With Agency Inputs)
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