The criminal gang led by Lawrence Bishnoi has allegedly been targeting Bollywood superstar Salman Khan and individuals associated with him over a decades-old dispute related to the 1998 blackbuck poaching case. This has escalated security concerns for the actor and his circle.
The feud originates from an incident in 1998 when Khan was accused of hunting two blackbucks, a species of antelope considered sacred by the Bishnoi community, during a film shoot. The Bishnoi community has a long and strong tradition of protecting wildlife and nature.
Jailed gangster Lawrence Bishnoi has repeatedly invoked the case while issuing threats against Salman Khan, demanding that the actor apologize for allegedly hurting the community's sentiments. It is crucial to distinguish, however, that the actions and threats of Bishnoi's criminal gang do not represent the beliefs or actions of the entire Bishnoi community.
Recently, the scope of these threats has reportedly widened. Threats attributed to the gang have suggested that people connected to the actor could also face consequences, raising fears that his professional associates and personal friends may be targeted. This has caused significant alarm within the film industry.
In response to these threats, Mumbai Police have increased security for Salman Khan on multiple occasions. Several individuals have also been arrested in connection with alleged plots to harm the actor. A recent firing incident outside the home of actor Tiger Shroff has also been linked to the same gang, adding to the climate of fear.
This ongoing situation highlights the concerning influence of organized crime within India's entertainment industry and the risks faced by public figures.
Source: Media reports
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