Spider-Man: Brand New Day has been making headlines for its record-breaking box office run, but one of its latest screenings grabbed attention for a very different reason. A packed theatre in Colombia was briefly evacuated after a mysterious foul smell spread through the auditorium, leaving hundreds of moviegoers rushing outside.
Spider-Man: Brand New Day Screening Interrupted After Mystery Odour Forces Evacuation
As Spider-Man: Brand New Day continues its dream run at the global box office, an unusual incident during one of its international screenings has gone viral on social media.
A screening of the Marvel blockbuster in Cartagena, Colombia, was temporarily disrupted after a strong, unpleasant smell reportedly spread across the auditorium, forcing hundreds of audience members to step out in the middle of the film.
The unexpected disruption took place on August 2 at the Cine Colombia multiplex inside the Plaza Bocagrande shopping mall. According to local reports, the theatre was packed with fans watching the latest Spider-Man adventure when viewers suddenly began complaining about an overpowering odour.
Within minutes, the situation escalated as large sections of the audience left the auditorium while theatre staff assessed the situation.
What Caused the Strange Smell?
The source of the smell has not been officially identified, and theatre management has not confirmed what triggered the incident.
However, reports circulating online suggest the disruption may have been caused by a prank involving a stink bomb or fart spray. Social media users also speculated that the smell may have originated from an audience member, leading to humorous posts describing the incident as a “fart attack.”
Since there has been no official confirmation, these claims remain speculative.
Videos From the Theatre Quickly Go Viral
Several videos recorded by moviegoers soon appeared on social media, showing crowds gathered outside the auditorium while waiting for the screening to resume.
In one of the widely shared clips, people can be seen covering their noses as they stand in the cinema hallway. Another video caught attention because it featured a fan dressed as Spider-Man, who was also among the evacuated audience, creating an unintentionally funny moment during the disruption.
Despite the interruption, reports suggest the screening was not cancelled. Other auditoriums inside the multiplex continued operating without any issues.
After the air inside the theatre improved, some viewers reportedly returned to complete the film, while many others decided to leave before the screening ended.
Importantly, no injuries or medical emergencies were reported, and authorities have not identified anyone responsible for the incident.
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Another Viral Incident Linked to the Film
Interestingly, this is the second unusual theatre-related incident involving Spider-Man: Brand New Day in recent days.
Earlier this week, reports from India claimed that a moviegoer repeatedly revealed upcoming plot points and spoilers during a screening. According to eyewitness accounts shared online, several frustrated viewers confronted the individual after their experience was disrupted.
The verbal argument reportedly escalated into a physical altercation before cinema staff intervened to restore order. While the incident gained attention online, no official statement confirming the details has been released.
Spider-Man Continues Its Record-Breaking Run
Despite these unusual theatre incidents, Spider-Man: Brand New Day remains one of the biggest cinematic success stories of the year.
The film has broken multiple opening weekend records across international markets. In India, it created history by becoming the highest-opening Hollywood film, earning over ₹300 crore during its extended opening weekend, surpassing the previous benchmark set by Avengers: Endgame.
With strong audience response and impressive collections worldwide, the latest Spider-Man adventure continues to dominate the global box office while generating headlines both on and off the big screen.
