Summary:
- Bollywood actor Saif Ali Khan was stabbed six times during a burglary attempt at his Bandra home in Mumbai early Thursday morning and is undergoing surgery at Lilavati Hospital.
- The attacker, who remains unidentified, broke into Saif’s residence at 3:30 am, leading to a confrontation; Saif’s wife Kareena Kapoor and their children were unharmed.
- Mumbai Police have launched an investigation, while political leaders have raised concerns over the city’s law and order situation following the high-profile attack.
- The incident follows months after a shooting outside Salman Khan’s residence, intensifying scrutiny on security for prominent figures in Mumbai.
Bollywood actor Saif Ali Khan was stabbed multiple times during a burglary attempt at his Bandra residence in Mumbai early Thursday morning. The incident occurred at approximately 3:30 am when an unidentified intruder broke into the actor’s home. Saif sustained six stab wounds, including two deep cuts, one dangerously close to his spinal cord. He was rushed to Lilavati Hospital, where he underwent surgery and is reportedly out of danger.
The attack has sent shockwaves across the entertainment industry and raised concerns about security in Mumbai. Saif’s wife, Kareena Kapoor Khan, and their sons, Taimur and Jeh, were present in the house at the time of the incident but were unharmed. According to police, a confrontation ensued between Saif and the intruder, leading to the violent attack.
Deputy Commissioner of Police Dixit Gedam confirmed the incident, stating, “An unidentified person intruded into the residence of actor Saif Ali Khan. The actor and the intruder fought. The actor was injured and is being treated. An investigation is going on.” A probe has been launched to identify and apprehend the attacker.
Lilavati Hospital released a statement detailing the severity of Saif’s injuries. Dr. Uttamani of Lilavati Hospital said, “Saif Ali Khan was stabbed by an unidentified person at his Bandra home and was brought in at 3:30 am. He had six stabs, two of which were deep. One wound was very close to his spine. He is being operated upon by a team of doctors led by neurosurgeon Dr. Nitin Dange, cosmetic surgeon Dr. Leena Jain, and anesthesiologist Dr. Nisha Gandhi.”
Saif Ali Khan’s team also issued a statement requesting privacy during this time: “There was an attempted burglary at Mr. Saif Ali Khan’s residence. He is currently in hospital undergoing surgery. We request the media and fans to be patient. It is a police matter. We will keep you updated on the situation.”
The attack has drawn sharp criticism from political leaders, who have questioned the state of law and order in Mumbai. Shiv Sena (UBT) spokesperson Priyanka Chaturvedi expressed her concerns on social media, saying, “What a shame that Mumbai sees another high-profile attempt on life; the attack on Saif Ali Khan yet again raises questions on Mumbai Police & the Home Minister.” Similarly, NCP (SP) leader Clyde Crasto remarked, “Attack on Saif Ali Khan is a cause for concern because if such high-profile people with levels of security can be attacked in their homes, then what could happen to common citizens? Fear of law seems to be at a low in Maharashtra due to leniencies in the past couple of years.”
This incident comes months after another alarming event in Bandra when two men allegedly associated with the Lawrence Bishnoi gang opened fire outside Salman Khan’s residence. The back-to-back attacks on prominent Bollywood figures have intensified scrutiny over security measures for high-profile individuals in Mumbai.
As investigations continue, questions remain about how such an intrusion occurred despite heightened security measures in affluent neighborhoods like Bandra. Fans and well-wishers across India are praying for Saif Ali Khan’s speedy recovery while awaiting further updates from authorities regarding the case.
Source: India Today
