Saif Ali Khan Stabbed Six Times in Brutal Attempted Robbery at Mumbai Home
In the early hours of Thursday, January 16, 2025, Bollywood star Saif Ali Khan was attacked at his Mumbai home during an attempted theft. The attacker stabbed Khan six times, one of which came very close to the spine. Khan was soon hospitalized and is now getting treatment.
Incident Details
At approximately 2:30 AM, an unidentified intruder broke into Khan’s Bandra (West) flat. During the confrontation, Khan sustained six stab wounds, one of which was deep and near his spine. He was immediately taken to Lilavati Hospital for medical treatment.
An unknown person entered Actor Saif Ali Khan’s residence and argued with his maid, late last night. When the actor tried to intervene and pacify the man, he attacked Saif Ali Khan and injured him. Police are investigating the matter: Mumbai Police
Family’s Safety
At the time of the event, Khan’s wife, actress Kareena Kapoor Khan, and their children, Taimur and Jeh, were also in the flat but unharmed. Khan was injured while attempting to defend his family during the attack.A housekeeper at the apartment also suffered minor injuries during the event.
Medical Update
Khan is currently undergoing surgery at Lilavati Hospital. According to Dr. Niraj Uttamani, the hospital’s Chief Operating Officer, two of the stab wounds are deep, with one near the spine. A small foreign object was also identified near his spine. The full extent of the injuries will be assessed post-operatively.
Investigation Details
The Mumbai Police are investigating the incident. Deputy Commissioner of Police Zone 9, Dixit Gedam, confirmed the intrusion and stated that the assailant fled after injuring the actor. Authorities are looking into building CCTV video to figure out the intruder’s movements. as of now, no arrests have been taken; a manhunt is continuing to find and capture the attacker.
Public Reactions
The attack on Saif Ali Khan raised fears about celebrities’ safety in Mumbai. Politicians and other major leaders showed concern and urged for stronger security measures. Priyanka Chaturvedi, Shiv Sena (UBT) leader, questioned, “If celebrities are not safe, then who in Mumbai is?” Actor and filmmaker Pooja Bhatt worried that Bandra never felt more unsafe, and she called for more police officers in the area.
Official Statement
Saif Ali Khan’s team gave a statement indicating that the event was a police matter. and that they would keep the public updated. The family is requesting privacy during this time and has thanked the media and fans for their support.
Conclusion
The attempted theft at Saif Ali Khan’s house shocked the people and created significant security problems in Mumbai. Currently, the case is under investigation by the authorities, and the public is still waiting for more information.
