Mumbai police are deepening their investigation into the stabbing of Bollywood actor Saif Ali Khan, focusing on the disturbing possibility that one of his house helps knew the attacker and facilitated his entry into Khan’s residence. The 54-year-old actor was left with six stab wounds, one dangerously close to his spine, and has undergone successful surgery at Lilavati Hospital.

The police believe that the house help might have connections with the attacker, raising serious concerns about the security measures employed by celebrities in Mumbai’s most affluent areas. The help in question is currently being interrogated to unravel the motive and the exact circumstances leading up to the incident.

CCTV footage from Khan’s residence failed to capture any entry in the two hours preceding the attack, indicating that the assailant had entered the premises earlier and lay in wait. The Mumbai Police, embarrassed by this breach in security in one of the city’s poshest neighborhoods, are now reviewing additional footage to track down the assailant who managed to flee the scene post-attack.

This event has not only shaken the local community but has also ignited political debates concerning the efficacy of the state’s law and order. Shiv Sena (UBT) MP Priyanka Chaturvedi criticized the state government, pointing to this incident as indicative of a broader failure to protect even the city’s most high-profile residents.

Amidst growing public concern for safety in Bandra, a hub for many such celebrities, actress Pooja Bhatt has publicly called for increased police presence in the area, highlighting a sense of diminishing security in what is often dubbed the ‘queen of the suburbs’.

This incident, marking another high-profile attack in Mumbai, raises critical questions about the safety of public figures and the effectiveness of their personal security arrangements. The community, alongside local authorities, is hopeful for swift justice and reassurances of enhanced security measures.

Bollywood actor Saif Ali Khan was hospitalized early this morning after being stabbed multiple times at his Bandra residence in an apparent burglary attempt. The incident occurred around 2 AM at his Satguru Sharan building home, with the actor sustaining six stab wounds, two of which are critically deep, according to Lilavati Hospital officials.

Dr. Niraj Uttamani, Chief Operating Officer at Lilavati Hospital, confirmed that one of the wounds is perilously close to Khan’s spine. “He was rushed to the hospital at 3:30 AM and immediately taken into surgery,” stated Dr. Uttamani. The surgical team, led by neurosurgeon Dr. Nitin Dange, alongside cosmetic surgeon Dr. Leena Jain and anesthesiologist Dr. Nisha Gandhi, worked extensively to address the injuries.

Although the neurosurgery has concluded, plastic surgeons are still repairing the other severe wounds. “Saif is out of danger now, and we expect to provide a more detailed report soon,” added Dr. Uttamani.

An official statement from Mr. Khan’s team shed light on the circumstances surrounding the incident, revealing that the actor was attacked by an intruder during an attempted robbery. The statement also urged the media and fans for patience as it is now a police matter.

Police have launched a full investigation, registering an FIR against the assailant who managed to flee the scene. The Mumbai Crime Branch has taken up a parallel investigation, with seven teams deployed to locate the suspect, including scrutinizing CCTV footage and conducting area searches.

This alarming event has not only shaken the Bollywood community but also highlighted concerns over celebrity safety in the city. More updates are expected as the investigations progress and as Mr. Khan’s condition stabilizes.

Trouble is brewing for BJP’s Parvesh Verma after the Delhi Police filed a case against him on Wednesday regarding the distribution of shoes to voters. The Returning Officer for the New Delhi Assembly Constituency alerted the Station House Officer (SHO) Mandir Marg Police Station about this issue on January 15.

The controversy arose from the BJP candidate’s distribution of shoes at Valmiki Temple, just days before the assembly polls scheduled for February 5 in the national capital. The Returning Officer requested the SHO to register a First Information Report (FIR) and initiate an immediate investigation following a complaint against Parvesh Sahib Singh Verma.

A video shared by the Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) on X showed Verma, the son of former Delhi Chief Minister Sahib Singh Verma and a two-term MP from West Delhi, placing shoes on elderly women’s feet and then seeking their blessings while his supporters chanted “Long live Parvesh Verma.”

In its post featuring the video, filmed at the Valmiki Temple near Mandir Marg in the New Delhi constituency, AAP stated, “Can’t the Election Commission see democracy being undermined? On one hand, BJP candidate Parvesh Verma is openly distributing shoes on the streets while posing for photos and videos. On the other hand, the District Election Officer remains silent. If the Election Commission does not take action against this blatant violation of the code of conduct, what does it mean for elections and the democratic process?”

Following a complaint filed by a lawyer, the Returning Officer for the New Delhi constituency sent a letter to Mandir Marg police station on Wednesday requesting the registration of an FIR against the BJP leader.

The Returning Officer noted, “According to Section 123 of the Representation of the People Act, 1951, any gift, offer, or promise made by a candidate or their agent, or by any other person with the candidate’s or their election agent’s consent, constitutes corrupt practices.”

He added, “Consequently, I direct that an immediate investigation be conducted into this matter, appropriate action be taken for the violation of the Model Code of Conduct (MCC), and that a report on the actions taken be submitted to me at the earliest.” In response to the Returning Officer’s letter, an FIR has now been registered against Verma.