NEW DELHI: Bollywood actor Saif Ali Khan was hospitalized after being stabbed during a robbery at his Bandra residence in Mumbai early Thursday morning. The incident occurred around 2:30 am when an intruder broke into his home.
Reports suggest that Khan confronted the intruder, leading to a violent scuffle. The actor sustained six stab wounds, including one near his spine.
He was rushed to Lilavati Hospital at around 3:30 am, where a team of doctors is currently treating him. Two of the injuries are reported to be severe, and surgery is underway to evaluate and address the damage.
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The assailant, who stabbed Saif, gained access to the premises by leveraging their acquaintance with one of the household maids. This connection allowed the individual to bypass security measures and carry out the attack, raising serious concerns about the vulnerabilities in vetting procedures for domestic staff and their acquaintances.
In an official statement, representatives for Saif Ali Khan confirmed, “An attempted burglary occurred at Mr. Saif Ali Khan’s residence. He is currently hospitalized and undergoing surgery. We kindly ask the media and fans for patience as this is a police matter. Updates on
NEW DELHI: Bollywood actor Saif Ali Khan was hospitalized after being stabbed during a robbery at his Bandra residence in Mumbai early Thursday morning. The incident occurred around 2:30 am when an intruder broke into his home.
Reports suggest that Khan confronted the intruder, leading to a violent scuffle. The actor sustained six stab wounds, including one near his spine.
He was rushed to Lilavati Hospital at around 3:30 am, where a team of doctors is currently treating him. Two of the injuries are reported to be severe, and surgery is underway to evaluate and address the damage.
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The assailant, who stabbed Saif, gained access to the premises by leveraging their acquaintance with one of the household maids. This connection allowed the individual to bypass security measures and carry out the attack, raising serious concerns about the vulnerabilities in vetting procedures for domestic staff and their acquaintances.
In an official statement, representatives for Saif Ali Khan confirmed, “An attempted burglary occurred at Mr. Saif Ali Khan’s residence. He is currently hospitalized and undergoing surgery. We kindly ask the media and fans for patience as this is a police matter. Updates on the situation will be provided in due course.”
The Mumbai Police have launched a full-scale investigation. Multiple teams have been formed to track the assailant, who fled the scene after the attack.
Authorities are reviewing security footage from the area and have urged residents to come forward with any information that might assist in the investigation. An FIR is being registered in connection with the case.
Khan’s wife, actress Kareena Kapoor Khan, and their two sons, Taimur and Jeh, were present at the residence during the incident but remained unharmed. The family is currently at the hospital, offering their support.
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Saif Ali Khan is one of Bollywood’s most celebrated actors. Son of legendary actress Sharmila Tagore and cricketer Mansoor Ali Khan Pataudi, he is known for iconic films like Dil Chahta Hai, Omkara, and Tanhaji.
News of the attack has sent shockwaves across the film industry and among his fans. Social media is flooded with messages praying for his speedy recovery.
