Rohit Shetty Cancels Plans After Firing Incident
Following a firing incident outside his Mumbai residence, filmmaker Rohit Shetty has cancelled his plans for the next two days and has asked friends from the industry to refrain from visiting him. The incident occurred in the early hours of Sunday, February 1, 2026, outside Shetty's residence in Juhu.
According to reports, Shetty is cooperating with the Mumbai Police in the investigation.
Details of the Firing
The incident took place at approximately 12:45 am on Sunday when unidentified assailants fired multiple rounds outside Shetty's residential building. Police officials confirmed that at least four to five rounds were fired. One of the bullets hit the glass facade of a gym on the first floor of the nine-story building. No injuries were reported.
Investigation and Security Measures
In the aftermath of the firing, security around Shetty's residential tower in Juhu has been significantly tightened. Police and forensic teams have cordoned off the area to conduct a thorough investigation. The Mumbai Crime Branch has formed multiple teams to investigate the incident.
Five suspects were detained in Pune and handed over to the Mumbai Crime Branch for further questioning. Four individuals have been arrested and remanded in police custody until February 5.
Claim of Responsibility
The Lawrence Bishnoi gang has claimed responsibility for the firing. A social media post, purportedly from Shubham Lonkar, an alleged member of the Bishnoi gang, claimed responsibility for the attack. The post warned Shetty against interfering in their work and threatened further violence.
Reactions and Statements
The Indian Film & Television Directors' Association (IFTDA) has expressed serious concerns over the safety of filmmakers and urged the Maharashtra Chief Minister to intervene.
Conclusion
Following a firing incident outside his Mumbai home, Rohit Shetty has cancelled his plans and is cooperating with the Mumbai Police in their investigation. Security has been increased around his residence, and several suspects have been detained in connection with the case. The Lawrence Bishnoi gang has claimed responsibility for the incident, raising concerns about the safety of individuals in the film industry.
