Tiger Shroff Firing: Security Tightened Outside Salman Khan’s Galaxy Apartments After Shooting Incident
Security at Salman Khan's Bandra residence has been significantly increased after Bollywood actor Tiger Shroff's car was targeted in a firing incident in Juhu on October 18, 2026. The Lawrence Bishnoi gang claimed responsibility for the attack, explicitly linking it to Salman Khan and issuing fresh threats, leading to immediate police action and arrests in Rajasthan.
Mumbai's entertainment capital was rattled once again as Bollywood action star Tiger Shroff's car was targeted in a brazen firing incident in Juhu on Sunday evening, October 18, 2026. While the actor miraculously escaped unhurt, the alarming event has led to a significant bolstering of security at fellow superstar Salman Khan's Bandra residence, as the notorious Lawrence Bishnoi gang explicitly linked the attack to their ongoing threats against those associated with Khan. Tiger Shroff Firing: FIR Reveals 7 Rounds Fired at Actor’s Car; Case Filed Against 3 Unidentified Persons.
Salman's Bandra Home Gets Extra Security After Tiger Shroff Firing Incident
Following the shocking attack on Tiger Shroff, security around Salman Khan's Galaxy Apartments in Bandra has been visibly tightened. Police personnel, equipped with bulletproof jackets, were seen stationed outside the actor's residence, with additional police vehicles deployed to monitor the vicinity. This immediate response comes as a direct consequence of a message purportedly from the Lawrence Bishnoi gang, claiming responsibility for the Juhu shooting and issuing fresh warnings to individuals in the film industry who continue to collaborate with Salman Khan.
Visuals Outside Salman Khan's Galaxy Apartments in Mumbai's Bandra
The increased vigilance at Khan's residence underscores the severe and persistent threat perception he faces. It builds upon previous security upgrades, including the installation of bulletproof glass on his balcony and a high-tech CCTV surveillance system, following a similar firing incident outside his home in April 2024.
Details of the Tiger Shroff Firing Incident
The incident involving Tiger Shroff occurred around 7 PM on Sunday, October 18, 2026, near Pushpa Narsee Park, also known as Jamnabai Nursery, in Mumbai's Juhu area. According to police reports, three unidentified men on a motorcycle targeted Shroff's BMW as he was leaving after a football outing. Two of the assailants reportedly opened fire, while the third aided their escape. Seven rounds were fired in the attack.
Although Tiger Shroff remarkably escaped direct gunshot injuries, he reportedly suffered minor abrasions from shattered glass. Tragically, his driver, Firdaus, sustained a bullet injury to his left hand, and a passer-by, identified as Umesh Charan, was also injured in the chaos and taken to a local hospital for treatment.
Maharashtra Deputy Chief Minister Eknath Shinde visited Tiger Shroff's residence late Sunday night to meet the actor and his mother, Ayesha Shroff, assuring strict action against those responsible.
Police Action and Gangster Link
Mumbai Police swiftly launched an investigation, registering a case under the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita and the Arms Act. In a significant development, three accused in the firing case – Phool Singh and Rehan from Haryana, and Hrithik Kumar from Bihar – were arrested in Kota, Rajasthan, on October 19, 2026, through a joint operation by the Rajasthan Anti-Gangster Task Force and Kota City Police, acting on inputs from Mumbai Police.
The Mumbai Police Crime Branch has expanded its search to Gujarat, suspecting the attackers had meticulously monitored Tiger Shroff's movements, including his regular Sunday visits to the football ground, suggesting a prior recce of the area.
Crucially, messages allegedly claiming responsibility for the attack surfaced online, along with a purported audio recording. A speaker identified as Anil Pandit allegedly threatened Salman Khan, demanding an apology to Lawrence Bishnoi and the Bishnoi community, warning, "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." This direct threat explicitly links the attack on Tiger Shroff to the ongoing feud between the Bishnoi gang and Salman Khan, further escalating concerns within the Bollywood industry.
Previous Incident and Ongoing Case Updates
This is not the first time the Bishnoi gang has targeted a Bollywood celebrity or someone associated with Salman Khan. On April 14, 2024, two bike-borne men had opened fire outside Salman Khan's Galaxy Apartments in Bandra. Mumbai Police alleged this shooting was carried out at the behest of the Bishnoi gang, with Lawrence Bishnoi and his brother Anmol Bishnoi named as wanted accused.
In November 2025, a special MCOCA court framed charges against five accused in the 2024 Salman Khan residence firing case: Vickykumar Gupta, Sagarkumar Pal, Sonukumar Bishnoi, Mohammed Rafiq Sardar Chaudhari, and Harpal Singh. They face trial for offences including attempt to murder. Anmol Bishnoi was also reportedly brought to India from the United States in November 2025 in connection with this and other cases. Tiger Shroff Firing: Karan Veer Mehra Recalls Terrifying Moment After Gunmen Opened Fire on Actor’s Car in Mumbai’s Juhu.
The renewed aggression by the Lawrence Bishnoi gang, now directly involving Tiger Shroff and explicitly threatening Salman Khan, underscores the persistent security challenges faced by high-profile personalities in Mumbai.
(The above story first appeared on LatestLY on Oct 19, 2026 02:32 PM IST. For more news and updates on politics, world, sports, entertainment and lifestyle, log on to our website latestly.com).