Updated On: 19 September, 2025 12:48 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondent
Apple’s iPhone 17 launch in Mumbai turned chaotic as customers waiting in long queues clashed in a physical fight outside the BKC store. A viral video shows punches and abuses exchanged before security intervened. Similar scenes of overnight queues were reported at Apple’s Delhi outlet as fans rushed to buy the new devices.
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Fight broke out at Mumbai BKC. Pic/Screengrab from PTI
Apple’s flagship store in Mumbai, expected to draw massive crowds on Friday for the launch of the iPhone 17 series, turned into a scene of commotion. Customers had queued outside the BKC Apple store since last night to grab the newly launched devices, but were shocked when the situation escalated into a physical fight.
A viral video circulating on social media shows punches being exchanged and abusive words hurled as tempers flared among those in line. The scuffle reportedly broke out between 7 am and 8 am on Friday, forcing security staff to intervene and restore order.