Unidentified assailants opened fire with multiple rounds outside Bollywood director Rohit Shetty’s residence in Mumbai’s Juhu area on Sunday morning. Authorities confirm that four shots rang out, prompting an immediate security lockdown, though no one suffered injuries.
Incident Details and Immediate Response
The attack occurred at Shetty’s residential tower, with police swiftly deploying teams to the scene. It remains unclear if the director was present during the episode, and investigators have yet to determine a motive.
“Unidentified assailants fired four rounds outside the residence of film director Rohit Shetty,” Mumbai Police stated. “Heavy police security has been deployed around Rohit Shetty’s residence in Juhu. The police are currently investigating the matter diligently and exploring every possible angle to identify the perpetrators. The motive behind the attack is still unknown.”
Juhu Police and crime branch officers arrived promptly, while forensic experts cordoned off the area for a thorough examination. As a precaution, enhanced security measures now surround the property.
Background on Rohit Shetty and Similar Incidents
Rohit Shetty stands as one of India’s leading filmmakers, renowned for hit franchises like Golmaal and Singham. This event echoes a 2024 incident where gunfire targeted actor Salman Khan’s Bandra home. In that case, two assailants on a motorcycle escaped after shooting, and the Lawrence Bishnoi gang later claimed responsibility via social media.
The gang also connected itself to the killing of Maharashtra minister Baba Siddique, a Khan associate. Bishnoi, serving time in prison, maintains a longstanding rivalry with Khan, rooted in the Blackbuck poaching case from years ago. The Bishnoi community views the blackbuck as sacred, leading to repeated threats against the actor.
Since the attack on his residence, Salman Khan operates under intensified protection. Authorities continue to probe the firing at Shetty’s home, with updates expected as the investigation progresses.
