Security Spike at Salman Khan's Home After Tiger Shroff Shooting
Mumbai Police arrest three after a shooting targeting Tiger Shroff. Security boosted at Salman Khan's residence amid Lawrence Bishnoi gang threats.
Panic has gripped the film industry after a daring shooting incident targeting actor Tiger Shroff in Mumbai. In the wake of the attack, security has been significantly ramped up at Galaxy Apartments, the residence of actor Salman Khan, as authorities fear a pattern of targeted violence against high-profile cinema personalities.
The Attack: Chaos in Juhu
The incident unfolded around 7:00 PM on Sunday, October 18, 2026. Tiger Shroff was leaving a football club in the Juhu area when unidentified assailants opened fire on his vehicle. While the actor managed to avoid direct gunshot wounds, the violence left him with minor abrasions on his left hand, caused by gunpowder and shattered glass from the vehicle's windows.
The attack, however, was not without casualties. The actor's caretaker and driver, Firdos Ibrahim Baloch, suffered a gunshot wound to his left hand. He is currently receiving treatment at Nanavati Hospital and is reported to be in stable condition. Additionally, a bystander—an autorickshaw driver named Umesh Charan—was also struck by a bullet and has been hospitalized.
Police Crackdown and Arrests
The Mumbai Police reacted swiftly, registering a case against three unidentified individuals under Sections 109(1) and 3(5) of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita (BNS), as well as the Arms Act. To ensure a rapid resolution, fifteen specialized investigation teams were mobilized.
Investigators combed through CCTV footage from the Andheri West railway station, which proved pivotal in tracking the suspects. The breakthrough came on Monday, October 19, 2026, when three men accused of the shooting were apprehended in Kota, Rajasthan. A motorcycle, believed to have been used during the crime, was found abandoned near the railway station.
The Lawrence Bishnoi Connection
The shadow of the Lawrence Bishnoi gang looms large over the investigation. The gang purportedly claimed responsibility for the attack through an audio recording and a social media post, specifically naming Harman Sandhu and Anil Pandit. The message contained chilling threats directed at professionals in the film industry who are associated with Salman Khan.
According to the Kota Police, the shooting was allegedly ordered by an aide of Lawrence Bishnoi. Law enforcement agencies are currently verifying these claims and the authenticity of the recordings.
A Pattern of Threats
This is not an isolated event. The industry has been on edge following a series of threats and attacks linked to the same gang, including incidents involving Rohit Shetty in February 2026 and Salman Khan in April 2024.
Official Reactions and Condemnation
The gravity of the situation prompted top state leadership to intervene. Maharashtra Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis and Deputy Chief Minister Eknath Shinde have personally contacted Tiger Shroff and his family, promising a rigorous investigation and strict punishment for the perpetrators.
The Federation of Western India Cine Employees (FWICE) has also stepped forward, issuing a formal statement condemning the act of violence and expressing concern for the safety of artists in the city.