MUMBAI – The spectre of organised crime has once again loomed over Bollywood, as the Lawrence Bishnoi gang has issued chilling warnings to anyone considering working with superstar Salman Khan. The threats, delivered in the aftermath of the recent Kapil Sharma café shooting, have sent ripples of fear through the entertainment industry and reignited concerns over the nexus between crime syndicates and the film world.
According to Indian media reports, the Bishnoi gang has explicitly cautioned actors, producers, and collaborators, warning them of severe consequences should they engage in projects involving Khan. The intimidation campaign appears to be part of an ongoing vendetta allegedly linked to long-standing disputes between the gang and the actor, whose security has been tightened in recent years.
The latest threat emerged shortly after an armed attack on a café associated with comedian Kapil Sharma in Amritsar, an incident police suspect may be connected to the gang’s operations. The brazen shooting, though causing no casualties, has been interpreted as a clear message of the group’s reach and intent.
Salman Khan, one of India’s most bankable stars, has faced multiple threats from criminal elements over the years, prompting authorities to assign him a higher security category. While he has refrained from publicly addressing the latest developments, industry insiders say the heightened tension could lead to disruptions in ongoing and future film projects.
The Bishnoi gang, notorious for its involvement in extortion, contract killings, and smuggling, has cultivated a reputation for making high-profile threats to celebrities and businessmen alike. Security agencies are reportedly monitoring the situation closely, and state police have initiated measures to trace the origin of the recent warning.
The incident has reignited debate about the vulnerability of Bollywood’s top figures to coercion by organised crime, with some observers urging the film industry to adopt stricter safety protocols for artists and production crews. Others have questioned whether more proactive law enforcement intervention is necessary to dismantle such networks before they can interfere with cultural and economic activities.
As fear spreads through India’s entertainment capital, the unfolding events underscore the complex intersection of celebrity, money, and organised crime—a dangerous mix that has haunted Bollywood for decades and shows no sign of abating.
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