Mumbai’s film workforce is pressing for stronger protection after gunmen opened fire at actor Tiger Shroff’s car in Juhu on Sunday evening. The Federation of Western India Cine Employees (FWICE) condemned the attack on Monday and asked police and the Maharashtra government to act quickly.
What happened in Juhu
Shroff, 36, escaped unhurt, police said. His driver and the driver of an autorickshaw were injured. A video circulating online appeared to show an unidentified person firing at the actor’s car.
FWICE calls it a repeat scare
The film workers’ body said the violence was “completely unacceptable” and raised concerns about the safety of people associated with the industry. It pointed to the earlier firing case involving filmmaker Rohit Shetty and described the Shroff incident as the second such attack on a prominent film personality.
The statement asked for an impartial, time-bound investigation so those responsible can be “identified and brought to justice”. FWICE also appealed to the Maharashtra government and police to take the repeated attacks seriously and create a safer environment for film personalities.
Where the investigation stands
- Police are verifying a viral social media post in which the Lawrence Bishnoi gang allegedly claimed responsibility.
- Three men suspected in the incident were detained in Kota, Rajasthan, from a train coming from Mumbai on Monday.
- FWICE wants a safer and more secure environment for everyone associated with the film industry.
What happens next
The industry body’s statement sets expectations for a time-bound probe and visible security measures. Police have not yet confirmed the social media claim about the Lawrence Bishnoi gang. Until then, the viral video and the injuries to two drivers keep the focus on safety rather than just celebrity gossip.
Source: Hindustan Times
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