Authorities are working diligently to verify the authenticity of this threat. A case has been registered at Worli Police Station under relevant laws concerning threats and extortion. A police spokesperson confirmed that they are actively probing the matter, stating, “We have registered an offence at Worli police station, and a further probe is on”.
Background of the Threat
The conflict between Salman Khan and Lawrence Bishnoi dates back to 1998 when Khan was involved in the illegal hunting of blackbucks, which are sacred animals for the Bishnoi community. This incident has led to a long-standing feud between them. Reports suggest that Bishnoi holds a deep grudge against Khan due to this history.
If a film is based on the BIGGEST GANGSTER , no film maker will cast a guy who looks like DAWOOD IBRAHIM or CHOTA RAJAN ..But here , I don’t know a single FILM STAR who is more GOOD LOOKING than B pic.twitter.com/jbZubaTtzY
— Ram Gopal Varma (@RGVzoomin) October 15, 2024
Increased Security Measures
In response to these threats, Salman Khan’s security has been significantly intensified. His manager confirmed that additional armed personnel have been assigned to ensure his safety. The actor’s residence now has a dedicated police command center and is under constant surveillance with AI cameras installed at all entrances.
Earlier this month, Khan had already heightened his security following the murder of his close friend Baba Siddique on October 12. The actor had canceled several shoots to attend Siddique’s funeral but is expected to continue filming his upcoming project “Sikandar” with enhanced security measures in place.
Public and Industry Reaction
The news of Salman Khan receiving death threats has shocked both fans and colleagues in the film industry. Many are expressing their support for him during this troubling time. The ongoing threats against celebrities highlight the dangers they face from gang-related violence and extortion attempts.