A involving Bollywood actor Tiger Shroff has raised concerns in Mumbai after assailants opened fire at his car in Juhu. The 36-year-old actor narrowly escaped without bullet injuries but sustained minor abrasions from gunpowder and shattered glass. His driver and a bystander were also reportedly injured. The incident has sent shockwaves across the industry. Now, actor Suniel Shetty has also reacted, stating that the incident could have happened to anyone and expressing relief that Tiger is safe now
Suniel Shetty reacts to firing at Tiger Shroff’s car
While speaking with ANI at an event, Suniel Shetty expressed his concern, saying, “The whole world loves Tiger and Jackie Dada, and if something like this can happen to him, it could happen to anyone. It shouldn’t have happened. Tiger is so focused on sports and exercise; I don’t know why this occurred – it shouldn’t have.”
He further added, “It is so, so important for us to stay safe. For me, Jackie Dada is a childhood friend, and I just hope everything turns out well. I’m also relieved that Tiger himself is fine – it was his driver who got hurt, and he is currently recovering.”
Tiger Shroff firing incident
The firing incident took place in Juhu, Mumbai, on October 18, when assailants reportedly fired at Shroff’s car. The investigators are examining CCTV footage and gathering details about the attack.
According to Times of India, the were caught while travelling on a train. A case has been registered under Sections 109(1) and 3(B) of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita, along with Sections 3 and 25 of the Arms Act. Further investigation is underway.
On October 19, a day after the firing incident, Tiger’s father and actor attended an event in Mumbai. He was present alongside Maharashtra Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis as he attended the naming ceremony of Sangeetkar Bappi Lahiri Marg. Suniel Shetty also attended the event.
Tiger Shroff on the professional front
On the work front, Tiger Shroff last starred in the film Baaghi 4, helmed by A Harsha. The film also starred Sanjay Dutt, Harnaaz Sandhu and Sonam Bajwa. The film hit theatres in September last year.