In a developing high-profile case, a close associate of superstar Salman Khan has reportedly received a threatening email demanding crores of rupees, with the sender allegedly claiming links to the notorious Lawrence Bishnoi gang. This incident follows a similar threat recently reported by actor Ranveer Singh, signaling a disturbing pattern of extortion attempts targeting prominent Bollywood personalities.
Threat Email Targets Salman Khan's Associate
According to reports, an actor associated with Salman Khan received an email explicitly demanding a substantial sum of money and invoking the name of the Lawrence Bishnoi gang. This direct threat has prompted immediate action from Mumbai Police:
• The Crime Branch has launched a comprehensive investigation into the matter.
• Police are actively tracking mobile locations of potential suspects near celebrity residences.
• Vigilance has been significantly heightened across sensitive areas of the city.
Despite the gravity of the threat, no formal police complaint has been registered by Salman Khan or the concerned individual as of now.
Ranveer Singh Also Targeted
Just days prior to the threat against Salman Khan's associate, actor Ranveer Singh reportedly received a WhatsApp voice note on February 10, containing similar extortion demands for crores of rupees. Following this incident, Mumbai Police swiftly:
• Increased security measures outside Ranveer Singh's residence.
• Initiated efforts to trace the sender of the threatening voice note.
Authorities suspect the Lawrence Bishnoi gang might be behind both extortion attempts, aiming to leverage fear within the film industry.
Background: Salman Khan and the Bishnoi Gang Tensions
The ongoing animosity between Salman Khan and the Lawrence Bishnoi gang dates back to 1998. During the filming of 'Hum Saath Saath Hain,' Khan was accused of hunting a blackbuck, an animal held sacred by the Bishnoi community. Lawrence Bishnoi, currently incarcerated, has publicly vowed to either force Salman Khan to apologize or kill him, making him a primary target of the gang.
Recent High-Profile Security Incidents
This latest wave of threats follows other concerning incidents within the film fraternity:
• On February 1, gunshots were fired at filmmaker Rohit Shetty’s residence in Juhu, Mumbai.
• The Lawrence Bishnoi gang later claimed responsibility for this attack via social media, further demonstrating their reach and intent.
With multiple high-profile incidents surfacing in quick succession, the Mumbai Crime Branch has escalated its formal probe. Police have intensified surveillance and security across the city as investigations are ongoing to determine if the same individuals or network are linked to the threats against both Ranveer Singh and Salman Khan's associate. The safety of Bollywood personalities remains a top priority amidst these escalating security concerns.
