Lawrence Bishnoi Gang Targeted Tiger Shroff Over Praise for Salman Khan: Report

The Lawrence Bishnoi gang allegedly targeted actor Tiger Shroff because he praised Salman Khan during a film promotion event in 2022, one of the accused reportedly told investigators. The attack took place on October 18, when two shooters fired seven rounds at Shroff’s BMW outside a playground in Mumbai’s Juhu area. The actor’s driver and a bystander were injured, and three alleged shooters were later arrested in Kota, Rajasthan.

Mumbai Police are investigating whether the accused received updates about the probe through internet calls and social media. Two women have also been arrested in connection with the alleged supply of weapons, and police have recovered two firearms and 10 live cartridges. Shroff, who reportedly remains disturbed by the incident, is yet to record his statement.