Actress Himanshi Khurana has reportedly received an extortion threat demanding INR 10 crore, prompting swift action by Punjab Police. The Mohali Police have registered a case against gangster Zeeshan Akhtar following a formal complaint by the actress. Ranveer Singh Extortion Threat Update: Mumbai Police Traces WhatsApp Voice Note Sender Harry Boxer, Close Associate of Gangster Lawrence Bishnoi.

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FIR Filed After Threat Emails

According to officials, Khurana received threatening emails and audio messages in which the sender allegedly demanded money and issued life threats. Speaking to India Today, SP (D) Mohali Sourabh Jindal said, “An FIR has been registered under Sections 308(4) and 351(3) of the BNS at Mohali Police Station and an investigation has been initiated.”

Alleged Links to Lawrence Bishnoi Gang

Police sources said the threat call allegedly originated in Chandigarh and may be linked to Harry Boxer, described as a close associate of the Lawrence Bishnoi gang. Zeeshan Akhtar, named in the FIR, has previously been linked to high-profile criminal cases and is reportedly associated with the incarcerated gangster Lawrence Bishnoi. Mohali SSP Harmandeep Hans confirmed that authorities have taken cognisance of the complaint and increased surveillance around the actor as a precautionary measure. Salman Khan’s Close Associate Receives Extortion Email; Sender Claims Link to Lawrence Bishnoi Gang.

Celebrities Targeted in Fresh Threat Calls

This incident follows a series of reported threats targeting celebrities. Earlier, singer B Praak and his associate Dilnoor allegedly received similar calls. Actor Ranveer Singh and filmmaker Rohit Shetty were also reportedly threatened through an audio message attributed to Hari Boxer. Security agencies remain on alert as investigations continue into the authenticity and origin of these threats.

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