The popular Bollywood star Saif Ali Khan suffered multiple stab wounds during an attempted burglary at his home and is currently undergoing surgery at a local hospital.
Bollywood Actor Saif Ali Khan Hospitalized After Midnight Stabbing Incident
Bollywood Actor Saif Ali Khan Hospitalized After Midnight Stabbing Incident
Saif Ali Khan was hospitalized early Thursday following a stabbing attack by an intruder at his Mumbai residence.
In a shocking incident, renowned Bollywood actor Saif Ali Khan was hospitalized early Thursday morning after being attacked in his home in an upscale neighborhood of Mumbai. According to reports, an unidentified intruder forcefully entered Khan's residence post-midnight, leading to a confrontation that resulted in multiple stab injuries to the actor.
Authorities, including Mumbai's Deputy Commissioner of Police Dixit Gedam, confirmed that the police are currently investigating the case. "An unknown person entered the house of the actor. After that, an argument broke out between him and the intruder," Gedam stated.
Khan has been admitted to Lilavati Hospital, where he is undergoing surgery. Niraj Uttamani, the hospital's chief operating officer, informed BBC Marathi that Khan sustained six stab wounds, two of which were serious and close to his spine. His medical team is composed of specialist doctors working diligently to treat his injuries.
While Khan's family has remained silent on the developments, his publicity team labeled the incident an "attempted burglary" but did not provide additional information. They have requested that fans and the media respect the family's privacy during this difficult time. “We request the media and fans to be patient. It is a police matter. We will keep you updated on the situation,” they added in a statement.
As the investigation unfolds, fans and the general public await further updates on Khan's condition and the actions taken by law enforcement.
