Updated: October 19, 2026 | Infoflick News Desk
Bollywood actor Tiger Shroff escaped serious injury after gunmen reportedly opened fire near his vehicle in Mumbai’s Juhu area on Sunday evening, October 18. The incident has prompted a police investigation and renewed concerns about the safety of public figures and bystanders in the city.
What happened in Juhu?
According to reports published by Indian media, the firing took place at around 7 pm near Pushpa Park, in the Juhu area, as Shroff was leaving after playing football. Three unidentified assailants riding a motorcycle reportedly approached the vehicle and fired several rounds before fleeing. Reports differ on the exact number of shots fired, and investigators are working to establish the sequence of events.
Shroff was reported to be safe, although some reports mentioned minor abrasions. His driver sustained a gunshot injury, and another person was also reported injured. The injured were taken for medical treatment. Details about the victims’ conditions should be treated according to the latest statements from police and hospitals.
Bishnoi gang responsibility claim under investigation
After the shooting, posts and an audio message attributed to people described in media reports as Lawrence Bishnoi gang associates circulated on social media. The claims were linked to Anil Pandit and Harman Sandhu, while other reports also referred to Anmol Bishnoi. The messages allegedly claimed responsibility for the attack and included threats directed at people associated with actor Salman Khan.
However, a claim posted online is not, by itself, proof of who planned or carried out a crime. Police will need to verify the authenticity of the messages and establish whether the people named in them had any role in the shooting. The gang’s alleged involvement should therefore be understood as an investigative angle, not a final finding of guilt.
Police investigation and security
News reports on Monday said Mumbai Police had formed multiple teams to trace the attackers, review CCTV footage and examine forensic evidence collected at the scene. Investigators were also reported to be recording statements from people connected to the incident. Any arrests, formal charges or further official findings should be confirmed through police briefings or reliable reporting as the investigation develops.
The incident has drawn attention to the risks posed by gun violence in busy neighbourhoods, where people who are not the intended target can also be hurt. It has also revived wider concerns about threats against people in the film industry. Authorities have been urged to identify those responsible and ensure that intimidation does not go unanswered.
What happens next?
The key questions are who fired the shots, what motive lay behind the attack, and whether the social-media claims are authentic. Until investigators establish those facts, it is important to avoid treating unverified posts or audio clips as conclusive evidence.
Infoflick will update this report when reliable new information becomes available. Readers should rely on verified police updates and credible news organisations, and avoid forwarding unconfirmed claims about the incident.
Sources: The Indian Express; Hindustan Times; The Economic Times.
