Bollywood actor Saif Ali Khan was attacked by an intruder in his high-rise apartment in Bandra early Thursday morning. The shocking incident saw the 54-year-old actor being repeatedly stabbed, with a blade lodged in his spine when he was rushed to Lilavati Hospital. The attack, which took place near his younger son Jeh’s room around 2:30 am, left Saif with six stab injuries, including one to his neck. He was rushed to a hospital and doctors confirmed that the actor is now out of danger. The incident has drawn widespread concern from the public, politicians, and industry peers.
Here are the top 10 developments from Saif Ali Khan’s stabbing case:
-One unidentified person was brought by Mumbai Police for questioning. ANI has posted the latest visuals.
-Kareena Kapoor Khan, wife of Saif Ali Khan, issued a statement requesting privacy for the family as they process the traumatic incident. She thanked fans for their support but urged the media to avoid speculation.
“It has been an incredibly challenging day for our family, and we are still trying to process the events that have unfolded. As we navigate this difficult time, I respectfully and humbly request that the media and paparazzi refrain from the relentless speculation and coverage,” she wrote in the statement, posted on her Instagram account.
“While we appreciate the concern and support, the constant scrutiny and attention are not only overwhelming but also pose a significant risk to our safety. I kindly request that you respect our boundaries and give us the space we need to heal and cope as a family,” Kareena added.
-The attack occurred at 2:30 am in Saif’s Bandra high-rise apartment, near his son Jeh’s room. The intruder demanded Rs 1 crore during the attempted robbery.
-Jeh’s nanny, Eliyama Philip, confronted the attacker, sustaining minor injuries. She recounted the terrifying events and alerted Saif and Kareena, who then intervened.
-CCTV footage revealed the suspect fleeing the scene wearing a red scarf and brown T-shirt.
-The Mumbai Police formed 20 teams to track down the attacker, using CCTV analysis, informers, and technical support to aid their search.
-Opposition leaders have criticised the Maharashtra government for deteriorating law and order, with comparisons drawn to previous high-profile attacks in Mumbai.
NCP (SP) chief Sharad Pawar said the incident shows that the law and order situation is deteriorating in Maharashtra. Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis responded by saying that the attack was serious, but it would be incorrect to call Mumbai unsafe.
-Doctors at Lilavati Hospital, where he was rushed post the incident, said that Saif Ali Khan underwent spinal surgery to repair injuries and stop leaking spinal fluid. He remains in the ICU but is expected to move to a regular room soon.
-Bollywood stars and political leaders, including Mamata Banerjee and Arvind Kejriwal, expressed their shock and wished Khan a speedy recovery.
-Police investigations suggest the intruder may have been planning the attack for some time.