Bishnoi gang claims Tiger Shroff attack, warns Salman Khan to apologise
Synopsis
The Lawrence Bishnoi gang has escalated its campaign well beyond Salman Khan himself — by targeting Tiger Shroff, who reportedly has professional proximity to Khan, the gang is now openly threatening anyone in Bollywood it considers an associate. With a direct audio threat demanding a public apology from Salman, and Maharashtra CM ordering an immediate investigation, this is no longer a background security concern for Mumbai's film industry.
Key Takeaways
The Lawrence Bishnoi gang claimed responsibility for a shooting attack on Tiger Shroff's car in Juhu, Mumbai on Sunday evening, 18 October 2026 .
Tiger Shroff escaped unhurt; his driver was reportedly injured in the attack.
Gang representative Anil Pandit and Harman Sandhu issued the claim and warned anyone working with Salman Khan would be 'next'.
An audio clip circulated by the Mumbai Crime Branch features a direct threat to Salman Khan , demanding an apology to Lawrence Bishnoi and the Bishnoi community.
Maharashtra Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis has directed the Police Commissioner to investigate immediately and take strict action.
The gang previously fired shots outside Salman Khan's Galaxy Apartments residence in Bandra on 14 April 2024 .
The Lawrence Bishnoi gang has claimed responsibility for a shooting attack on Bollywood actor Tiger Shroff in Juhu, Mumbai on Sunday evening, 18 October 2026, and issued a fresh threat demanding that actor Salman Khan publicly apologise to the Bishnoi community or face consequences. The actor escaped unhurt, but his driver reportedly sustained injuries in the incident.
How the Attack Unfolded
Three motorcycle-borne assailants opened fire at Tiger Shroff's car in the Juhu area of Mumbai on Sunday evening. According to reports, the actor was inside the vehicle but emerged unharmed. His driver was reportedly injured in the attack. The incident has sent shockwaves through Mumbai's film industry and triggered a high-level security review.
The Gang's Claim and Threat
A representative of the Lawrence Bishnoi gang, identified as Anil Pandit, shared a post claiming responsibility for the attack and warning of further violence. The post read: 'Jai Mahakal… Jai Shri Ram...Greetings to all the brothers. We, Anil Pandit and Harman Sandhu, take responsibility for what happened in the Tiger Shroff incident today. We had called and warned him, but he did not understand. Therefore, today we made him understand in a stronger way. Anyone in the Mumbai film industry who does not listen to us or works with Salman Khan will be next. Wait and watch.'
The post carried an additional warning: 'Note: Those from other groups who think they can gain fame by using our name will soon be killed, and we will make them famous that way.'
Direct Threat to Salman Khan
In an audio clip circulated by the Mumbai Crime Branch, Anil Pandit directly addressed Salman Khan, demanding an apology to his 'elder brother' Lawrence Bishnoi and to the Bishnoi community. The message stated: 'Listen to me carefully Salman Khan. If you don't apologize to my elder brother, Lawrence Bishnoi, or to the Bishnoi community, then we won't even leave a dog in your house. We will destroy your entire family. Keep this in mind. Don't think that you are in security and nothing will happen to you.'
Government Response
Maharashtra Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis has directed the Police Commissioner to launch an immediate investigation into the attack and take strict action against those responsible. Law enforcement agencies are treating the matter with high urgency given the explicit nature of the threats.
Background: A Pattern of Escalation
This incident is the latest in a series of security threats linked to the Lawrence Bishnoi gang targeting individuals connected to Salman Khan. On 14 April 2024, two men on a motorcycle fired shots outside Salman Khan's Galaxy Apartments residence in Bandra, Mumbai. The gang has long held a grievance rooted in the blackbuck poaching case, in which Salman Khan was convicted. The attack on Tiger Shroff marks a significant escalation — the gang now appears to be targeting individuals it perceives as being professionally close to Khan, broadening the threat landscape considerably.
Point of View
Not a random act of intimidation — the Bishnoi gang is now explicitly signalling that proximity to Salman Khan is itself a liability, which effectively places dozens of Bollywood figures in its crosshairs. What is striking is the gang's use of a publicly circulated audio clip: it is not just threatening, it is performing — calculated to generate maximum media amplification. Maharashtra's security apparatus has repeatedly been caught reactive rather than preventive in the Bishnoi-Salman Khan threat cycle; the Bandra firing of 2024 produced investigations but apparently insufficient disruption of the gang's operational reach. The broader question for law enforcement is not just who pulled the trigger in Juhu, but how a gang whose leadership is reportedly incarcerated continues to orchestrate coordinated attacks on high-profile targets in a city that is supposed to be on heightened alert.
NationPress
18 Oct 2026
Frequently Asked Questions
Who claimed responsibility for the attack on Tiger Shroff?
The Lawrence Bishnoi gang claimed responsibility through a post by representatives Anil Pandit and Harman Sandhu. They stated they had previously warned Tiger Shroff, and carried out the attack after he reportedly did not comply.
Was Tiger Shroff injured in the Juhu shooting?
Tiger Shroff escaped the attack unharmed. His driver was reportedly injured when three motorcycle-borne assailants opened fire at the actor's car in the Juhu area of Mumbai.
What threat did the Bishnoi gang issue to Salman Khan?
In an audio clip circulated by the Mumbai Crime Branch, gang member Anil Pandit demanded that Salman Khan publicly apologise to Lawrence Bishnoi and the Bishnoi community, threatening to 'destroy his entire family' if he did not comply.
What action has the Maharashtra government taken?
Maharashtra Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis has directed the Police Commissioner to immediately investigate the attack and take strict action against those responsible.
Has the Bishnoi gang targeted Salman Khan before?
Yes. On 14 April 2024, two motorcycle-borne men fired shots outside Salman Khan's Galaxy Apartments residence in Bandra, Mumbai. The Bishnoi gang's long-standing grievance stems from the blackbuck poaching case in which Salman Khan was convicted.
