Stars grace our earth, and their fans are like twinkling fireflies, the brighter the gleam, the more radiant the star. But how can we distance the star from its fireflies, or the fireflies from their star? Yet, for Bollywood's beloved hero Salman Khan, a worrying pattern has emerged over the past six years, with threats escalating to bullets piercing his home's balcony curtains.
Perhaps it won't be surprising if a chasm grows between the star and his admirers given the series of events unfurling at Mumbai's renowned Galaxy Apartments early one Sunday morning. What transpired inside and outside the apartment complex raises ominous questions about how a gangster, incarcerated for 14 years, orchestrates such schemes from prison or across various jails.
Prior to delving into the intricate details of this six-year saga, including the five threats Salman received and the one episode of an assailant retreating from Galaxy empty-handed, it's critical to understand the outcomes of these past incidents and the recent arrest of two suspects by Mumbai Police in Gujarat. Let's take a closer look at what has unfolded in this high-profile case.
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2018, Jodhpur Court: Salman Khan's First Threat
It was the year Salman first received a direct murder threat. Gangster Lawrence Bishnoi proclaimed during a court appearance in Jodhpur that Salman would be killed in the city, accusing him of blackbuck poaching—a sacred animal for Bishnoi's community. He warned of dire consequences if Salman didn't apologize for the act.
2019, Mumbai: Salman's Second Threat
Lawrence Bishnoi's key shooter, Sampat Nehra, made his first explicit attempt on Salman's life in Mumbai. Nehra even managed to reach the vicinity of Galaxy Apartments, but due to insufficient firepower, he postponed his plan and set off to Haryana in search of a weapon with longer range—only to be caught by police before he could acquire it.
2022, Bandra Jogging Park: Third Threat to Salman
After Nehra reached Galaxy Apartments, attackers this time ventured to a nearby park frequented by Salman's father, Salim Khan, for his morning walk. They left a threatening note on a bench, the very spot where Salim would usually rest, alluding to the fate of Punjabi singer Sidhu Moose Wala.
2023, Via Email: Fourth Threat to Salman
Salman's manager received an alarming email, allegedly from Mohit Garg, a close associate of Lawrence and Goldy Brar. The email warned Salman to have a discussion with Goldy, who was in Canada, under the instructions of Lawrence Bishnoi, or face the consequences. This so-called 'last warning' was followed by Mumbai Police filing a FIR against the three.
November 2023, Via Facebook: Salman's Fifth Threat
A social media account bearing a photo of Lawrence Bishnoi issued a threat not only to Punjabi singer Gippy Grewal but also to Salman. Highlighting their brotherly bond, the message forewarned Salman of the same fate as others if he didn't step up and protect Grewal. This clear intimidation tactic soon followed the tragic demise of Sidhu Moose Wala.
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Summarizing the threats over the past six years and including the recent Sunday incident, it is evident that adversaries have managed to infiltrate Galaxy's perimeter twice. Aside from Sampat Nehra, no significant investigation has yet taken place. Police tactics have always been reactive—ramping up Salman's security when needed; in fact, last year, a firearm license was issued to Salman for his protection, leading him to import a bulletproof Nissan SUV car from Dubai. Salman enjoys X-category security provided by the Mumbai Police, featuring constant protection by six officers and even more when he is in transit. Inside Galaxy Apartments, the security is just as stringent.
Yet, how could two motorcyclists brazenly discharge five rounds of bullets outside the very apartment shielded by such tight security and then escape so effortlessly? Let me now unravel the sequence of events in this alarming scene.
This is a saga of a beloved Bollywood superstar and the relentless web of threats against him. It's the story of a hero's battle for safety against the shadowy forces that lurk, waiting for the moment to strike. As the Mumbai Police continue their quest to untangle this web, the world watches, reminded once again of the hidden dangers that snake through the glittering lights of stardom.
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