Mumbai, October 18, 2026 : Bollywood action star Tiger Shroff escaped unhurt after unidentified gunmen allegedly opened fire at his car in Mumbai’s Juhu area on Sunday evening, according to police. The incident triggered a security response, with specialised police teams launching a search operation to identify and apprehend those involved.
Police said the circumstances surrounding the firing were still being investigated. Preliminary reports indicated that an unidentified individual fired at the actor and his friend. A video circulating on social media purportedly showed a person opening fire on the actor’s vehicle, although the footage and its context require official verification.
An official reiterated that Shroff was safe and had not sustained any injuries in the incident.
Police Launch Manhunt, Examine CCTV Footage
Following the reported firing, police launched a manhunt for the suspects and began examining CCTV footage from the surrounding area to establish the sequence of events and gather evidence.
Investigators are working to determine the identity of the shooter, the motive behind the incident and whether anyone else was involved. Further details about the circumstances leading to the alleged attack are awaited.
Jackie Shroff Confirms Son Is Safe
Actor Jackie Shroff confirmed that his son was unharmed following the incident. According to the available reports, Tiger Shroff was assisting officials at the police station as investigators pursued leads in the case.
The incident has drawn attention because of the actor’s public profile and the reported use of firearms in a residential area of Mumbai.
Bishnoi Gang’s Alleged Claim Yet to Be Verified
A social media post purportedly attributed to the Lawrence Bishnoi gang claimed responsibility for the attack. However, police had not verified the authenticity of the post, and the alleged gang’s involvement had not been officially established in the available information.
Investigators will need to establish whether the online claim is genuine and whether it has any connection to the firing. Until then, responsibility for the incident remains unconfirmed.
Tiger Shroff’s Career and Action-Star Image
Born Jai Hemant Shroff on March 2, 1990, Tiger Shroff is among Bollywood’s prominent action performers, known for his martial arts skills, athletic performances and action-oriented films. He made his acting debut with Heropanti in 2014 and subsequently gained popularity through films including Baaghi, Baaghi 2 and War.
Beyond acting, Shroff co-founded Matrix Fight Night (MFN) in 2019, a mixed martial arts promotion that has contributed to the growth of combat sports in India.
Investigation Underway
The reported firing has prompted police to intensify efforts to identify the person responsible and establish the motive. CCTV analysis, examination of the circulating video and verification of the alleged social media claim are key aspects of the developing case.
Tiger Shroff is reported to be safe. The identity of the shooter, the motive behind the incident and the authenticity of the alleged Bishnoi gang claim remain unconfirmed in the available reports.
