Shots fired at Tiger Shroff in Mumbai's Juhu; Lawrence Bishnoi gang claims responsibility

MUMBAI: A vehicle carrying Hindi film actor Tiger Shroff, son of Jackie Shroff and Ayesha Shroff, was shot at multiple times by unidentified armed men near Pushpa Narsee Park in Juhu on Sunday evening.The actor is reportedly out of danger.As per preliminary reports, Anil Pandit and Harman Sandhu of the Lawrence Bishnoi gang claimed responsibility for the attack.A voice note and an X post purportedly from Anil Pandit claimed that anyone who works with Salman Khan would be targeted."Sooner or later, number sabka aayega," Pandit allegedly said.Tiger Shroff and his driver, identified as Firdaus, were taken to Nanavati Hospital in Vile Parle. Hospital sources issued a preliminary assessment, saying the driver had suffered a bullet injury to his left hand. Police were yet to confirm this.Doctors said the actor had sustained a few abrasions but no bullet wounds. Police took them to the emergency room (ER) at Nanavati Hospital.The third person injured in the Tiger Shroff firing incident, Yogesh Chavan, sustained bullet injuries to his chest, Cooper Hospital doctors said.Juhu Police were investigating the crime scene. An officer said, "Tiger Shroff is safe. He has not suffered any firearm injury. Further investigation is underway."A forensic team collected evidence from the spot where the firing took place. Mumbai Police have formed 15 teams to investigate the incident.The Bishnoi gang has previously used social media to claim responsibility for attacks.The incident sparked alarm in film and political circles, given the previous fatal attack on politician Baba Siddiqui in Bandra and the firing incident at Salman Khan's Galaxy Apartment in Bandra Bandstand.In July 2026, the gang last issued a threat to actor Aamir Khan.Siddiqui's son Zeeshan expressed shock and horror over Sunday's attack on Tiger Shroff, while NCP (SP) leader Supriya Sule voiced concern over the worsening law and order situation in the state.Several commentators expressed concern over the safety of the common man on crowded streets, as the attack occurred around 7pm on a weekend.Tiger's mother, Ayesha Shroff, was not available for comment.Maharashtra Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis called the Mumbai Police Commissioner to inquire about the firing incident involving actor Tiger Shroff. He instructed the Police Commissioner to conduct a swift investigation and take strict action against those responsible, CMO sources said.(With Agency Inputs)You Can Also Check: Gold Rate in Mumbai | Silver Rate in Mumbai | Bank Holidays in Mumbai | Public Holidays in Mumbai | Mumbai AQI | Weather in Mumbai | Petrol Price in Mumbai | Diesel Price in Mumbai | CNG Price in Mumbai | LPG Price in MumbaiStay updated with the latest Mumbai news. Download the TOI App.