From Salman to Tiger—Bollywood stars in the crosshairs

Bangla Press Desk: The incident involving gunfire directed at Bollywood actor Tiger Shroff has sparked fresh concern within the entertainment industry. It is alleged that miscreants on a motorcycle opened fire at the actor's car in the Juhu area of ​​Mumbai.
While Tiger remained unharmed, reports indicate that his driver and a fan sustained injuries.
A video of the attack has since surfaced. Additionally, a post circulating on social media claims that the Lawrence Bishnoi gang has taken responsibility for the incident. The post was reportedly published under the name of an individual identified as Anil Pandit.
However, the authenticity of these claims has not yet been independently verified.
Incidents of gunfire targeting celebrities are not new; over the past few years, several prominent figures in Bollywood and the entertainment industry—along with their family members—have been subjected to such attacks. Names ranging from Salman Khan and Rohit Shetty to Disha Patani and Elvish Yadav have surfaced in connection with such incidents.
Salman Khan
In April 2024, two individuals on a motorcycle fired several rounds outside Salman Khan’s residence, Galaxy Apartments, in Bandra, Mumbai. Allegations emerged linking the Lawrence Bishnoi gang to the incident. Subsequently, reports surfaced indicating that the actor had received multiple death threats.
Rohit Shetty
In February 2026, a shooting incident occurred outside director Rohit Shetty’s building, Shetty Tower, in Juhu, Mumbai. It is alleged that the attackers fired five rounds.
Although there were no casualties, the glass of a gym located on the first floor of the building was shattered. It is claimed that Shubham Lonkar, an associate of the Lawrence Bishnoi gang, took responsibility for the attack.
Disha Patani
In August 2025, reports emerged of a shooting incident outside the family home of actress Disha Patani in Bareilly, Uttar Pradesh. It was claimed that the gangs led by Rohit Godara and Goldy Brar had taken responsibility for this attack. Elvish Yadav
In 2025, a shooting incident occurred outside the residence of YouTuber and *Bigg Boss* winner Elvish Yadav. It was claimed that the Himanshu Bhau gang took responsibility for the attack. The incident sparked widespread discussion on social media.
Kapil Sharma
Comedian Kapil Sharma’s establishment, ‘Caps Cafe’ in Canada, also made headlines following a shooting incident. Various reports indicated that the cafe was targeted in three separate shooting events. It was further alleged that these incidents were linked to the invitation of a controversial guest on Kapil’s show.
AP Dhillon and Gippy Grewal
Prominent figures in the Punjabi music industry, AP Dhillon and Gippy Grewal, also became the subject of discussion due to shooting incidents. The Lawrence Bishnoi gang was alleged to be involved in a shooting outside AP Dhillon’s home in Canada. Meanwhile, it was claimed that Gippy Grewal was targeted due to his friendship with Salman Khan.
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