Actor Nushrratt Bharuccha is "safe" and on her way to India after being stranded in Israel following the attack on the country by Hamas militants, said her publicist on Sunday. The actor had flown to Israel to attend the Haifa International Film Festival, which ran through September 28 and October 7."  We have finally managed to get in touch with Nushrratt and with the help of the Embassy, she is being safely brought back home.  We did not get a direct flight so she is on a connecting flight home. Nushrratt Bharuccha Marked Safe in Israel-Palestine Conflict! Actress Being Brought to India With Help of Embassy, Confirms Rep.

"For her further safety, more details cannot be shared but as soon as she lands in India, we will inform you. We are relieved and thank god that she is safe and on her way to India," Bharuccha's publicist said in a statement. According to reports, the actor's team had lost contact with her after a surprise attack by Hamas militants from Gaza Strip at daybreak killed at least 22 Israelis on Saturday even as Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu declared "war" and said his country would extract an "unprecedented price" from its enemy. Nushrratt Bharuccha Stranded in Israel Amid Conflict, Bollywood Actress' Team Says 'Unable to Connect' - Reports.

Bharuccha, 38, is known for films such as the Pyaar Ka Punchnama series, Sonu Ke Titu Ki Sweety, and Chhorii. She was last seen in Akelli, the thriller drama.