On 18 October 2026, gunshots were fired at Tiger Shroff’s car in Mumbai’s Juhu area, raising questions about the safety of Bollywood celebrities. But what followed the shooting has added another layer to the case.
Messages allegedly claiming responsibility for the attack surfaced online, along with an audio recording that reportedly mentioned Salman Khan. The developments have drawn attention to a possible Lawrence Bishnoi gang connection, though the claims remain under investigation.
Who was behind the firing, why was Salman Khan mentioned, and what have Maharashtra’s leaders and Bollywood celebrities said? Here’s what we know so far.
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Moments Before And After The Attack On Tiger Shroff
The incident took place at around 7 pm on Sunday, 18 October, near Pushpa Narsee Park, also known as Jamnabai Nursery, in Mumbai’s Juhu area.
According to reports, Tiger Shroff was leaving the venue after a football outing when three men on a motorcycle allegedly targeted his BMW. Two men reportedly opened fire while the third helped them escape.
Tiger escaped without gunshot injuries but reportedly suffered minor abrasions from shattered glass. His driver, Firdaus, sustained a bullet injury, while a passer-by, identified in reports as Umesh Charan, was also injured.
Footage of the incident emerged online, showing the alleged attackers fleeing on a motorcycle. Reports also said Tiger helped take his injured driver to hospital.
The incident prompted a police investigation and heightened security concerns around the actor.
Who Is The Accused, And What Is The Bishnoi Gang Connection?
Three men accused of firing at Tiger Shroff’s car have been arrested in Kota, Rajasthan, according to reports published on 19 October. Police are investigating their alleged roles in the attack.
The case drew attention after messages attributed to Anil Pandit and Harman Sandhu surfaced, claiming responsibility for the firing and alleging links to the Lawrence Bishnoi gang. These claims have not been independently verified.
In a purported audio recording, a speaker identified as Anil Pandit allegedly threatened Salman Khan, demanding an apology to Lawrence Bishnoi and the Bishnoi community.
“Listen to me carefully, Salman Khan. If you don't apologise to my elder brother, Lawrence Bishnoi, or to the Bishnoi community, then we won't even leave a dog in your house. We will destroy your entire family,” the speaker allegedly said.
A separate message attributed to Pandit and Sandhu claimed responsibility for the attack on Tiger Shroff. It also threatened people in the Mumbai film industry who continued to work with Khan.
“Whoever in the Mumbai film industry does not listen to us or works with Salman Khan, the next number will be theirs. Wait and watch,” the message stated.
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Why Was Salman Khan Mentioned?
The alleged gang messages brought Salman Khan into the Tiger Shroff firing case by linking the attack to the actor’s professional associations.
The feud between Khan and Lawrence Bishnoi dates back to the 1998 blackbuck poaching case during the filming of Hum Saath-Saath Hain in Rajasthan. The case involved allegations that Khan and others had hunted blackbucks, which are considered sacred by the Bishnoi community.
A purported audio recording that surfaced after the firing reportedly demanded that Khan apologise to Bishnoi and the Bishnoi community, while threatening the actor and his family. A separate message claiming responsibility for the attack on Shroff allegedly warned people in the Mumbai film industry against working with Khan.
Khan has faced previous security incidents, including a shooting outside his Bandra residence in April 2024.
What Action Have Mumbai Police Taken?
Three accused in the firing at Tiger Shroff’s car were arrested in Kota, Rajasthan, on 19 October 2026. The arrests were made in a joint operation by the Rajasthan Anti-Gangster Task Force and Kota City Police, following inputs from Mumbai Police.
According to police reports, two of the accused allegedly opened fire, while the third is suspected of helping them escape on a motorcycle. Investigators used CCTV footage to trace the suspects.
Mumbai Police registered a case under the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita and the Arms Act. The Mumbai Crime Branch is investigating the shooting, including the motive and the alleged connection to the Lawrence Bishnoi gang. Police have not confirmed that link.
What Have Maharashtra Leaders And The Film Industry Said?
Maharashtra Deputy Chief Minister Eknath Shinde condemned the firing at Tiger Shroff’s car in Mumbai and said that gang violence and intimidation would not be tolerated in the city. He also visited the actor at his residence to enquire about his well-being.
Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis assured that those responsible for the Tiger Shroff firing incident would not be spared. He said the police would take strict action against the perpetrators.
The All Indian Cine Workers Association (AICWA) also condemned the shooting, raising concerns about the safety of Bollywood actors and other film industry professionals. The organisation called for strict action against those responsible and stronger protection for celebrities and their families.
Actress Disha Patani also visited Tiger Shroff at his residence following the Mumbai firing incident.
The shooting has renewed questions about celebrity security and law and order in Maharashtra. As Mumbai Police investigate the attack and verify the alleged links to the Lawrence Bishnoi gang, the incident has intensified calls for action against threats and violence targeting Bollywood personalities.
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TL;DR | News At Glance
What happened in the Tiger Shroff firing case in Mumbai?
Unidentified men allegedly opened fire at Tiger Shroff’s BMW in Juhu, Mumbai, on 18 October 2026.
Who claimed responsibility for the firing at Tiger Shroff’s car?
Individuals claiming links to the Lawrence Bishnoi gang reportedly claimed responsibility. Police are verifying the claims.
What is the Lawrence Bishnoi gang’s connection to the Tiger Shroff shooting?
Messages attributed to individuals claiming links to the gang reportedly claimed responsibility for the attack. The alleged connection remains under investigation.
Why was Salman Khan mentioned in the Tiger Shroff firing case?
A purported audio recording reportedly demanded that Salman Khan apologise to Lawrence Bishnoi and the Bishnoi community.
What action has Mumbai Police taken in the Tiger Shroff firing incident?
Police registered a case, seized a motorcycle suspected to have been used in the shooting and launched an investigation to identify the alleged shooters.
What did Devendra Fadnavis and Eknath Shinde say about the attack?
Maharashtra Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis and Deputy Chief Minister Eknath Shinde condemned the firing and assured strict action against those responsible.
Which Bollywood celebrities reacted to the Tiger Shroff firing incident?
Ranvir Shorey, Poonam Pandey, filmmaker Rahul Dholakia and other entertainment personalities expressed concern over the shooting and celebrity safety.
What happens next in the Tiger Shroff firing case?
Mumbai Police are examining CCTV footage, forensic evidence and the messages claiming responsibility to establish the motive and determine whether the attack was linked to organised crime.
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