Tiger Shroff shooting: Neetu Chandra says 'I am very scared' after Juhu firing
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Key Takeaways
Actress Neetu Chandra has spoken out about the firing incident targeting actor Tiger Shroff in Mumbai, saying she was initially in disbelief and felt frightened once she confirmed the attack had actually occurred. The incident has rattled Bollywood, with the actress voicing concerns about safety in a city long considered a haven for the film fraternity.
Neetu Chandra's Reaction
Neetu said she refused to believe the news at first, given her long-standing sense of security in the city. 'I thought it was a lie because this can't happen. Mumbai is a very safe place where we live. I started my career 20 years ago and I always felt very safe. I thought it must have happened somewhere else. But when I got all the information, I felt very scared,' she said.
The actress went on to describe the psychological toll such incidents take on public figures. 'It's a very dangerous zone. You are going somewhere and you are scared to even speak. You might get shot. It's a very, very sad feeling, and I got very scared,' she added.
A Plea for the Film Industry
Neetu questioned how targeted violence could befall people whose sole purpose is to entertain. 'All these actors, all of us are here to entertain the world. All of them are very nice people. How is it possible that such incidents are happening?' she said. She expressed confidence in the city's law enforcement, adding, 'I am sure that Maharashtra Police, Mumbai Police, which we consider to be the best, are definitely investigating. The result will be known very soon. We will again be called a safe city where everyone can come and live. National integration happens only in Mumbai.'
What Happened in Juhu
The firing took place on Sunday evening outside a football club near Pushpa Narsee Park in Mumbai's Juhu area. Tiger Shroff escaped unhurt, but his driver and an autorickshaw driver sustained injuries in the incident. According to reports, three suspects were subsequently arrested in Kota, Rajasthan, in connection with the attack.
Broader Safety Concerns
The incident is notable for occurring in Juhu, one of Mumbai's most prominent residential pockets and home to several film industry professionals. That three suspects were traced as far as Rajasthan suggests a degree of premeditation, though investigators have not yet publicly confirmed a motive. The arrests are expected to shed further light on the circumstances as the police probe continues.