On late Saturday night, February 1, 2026, the quiet residential neighbourhood of Juhu in Mumbai turned into the scene of a shocking gunfire incident outside the home of one of Bollywood’s most prominent filmmakers, Rohit Shetty. While the director and his family were reportedly safe, the event has triggered intense investigations, arrests, and important questions about motive, threats, and Bollywood’s security.
Rohit Shetty Firing Incident Timeline
The scary event kicked off around 12:45 AM on Sunday, February 1, 2026, at Shetty Tower in Juhu, Mumbai. A man on a bike from Pune fired five shots at the nine-story building where Rohit lives on the first floor. One bullet hit the gym window glass, but luckily, no one got hurt. Rohit, his family, and three guards were inside; one guard was briefly away but everyone rushed out after hearing the bangs. Rohit called police right away.
By morning, Mumbai Police checked CCTV footage showing the shooter smoking nearby before acting. They found the bike abandoned 2 km away—Pune-registered and owned by one suspect. Forensic teams collected bullet casings and scanned the area. Security ramped up around the fancy Juhu spot, home to many stars.
Hours later, a social media post popped up claiming the attack. It warned Bollywood to "mend your ways" or face worse, like NCP leader Baba Siddique's murder. Police registered charges for attempt to murder under Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita and Arms Act.
Quick Arrests in Rohit Shetty House Attack
Lightning-Fast Police Action: Mumbai Police cracked the case within hours, arresting four suspects by Sunday afternoon after the late-night firing at Rohit Shetty's Juhu home.
Suspect Profiles:
- Swapnil Bandu Sakat, 23 years old.
- Siddharth Deepak Yenpure, 20 years old.
- Aditya Gyaneshwar Gayaki, 19 years old.
- Samarth Shivsharan Pomaji, 18 years old—all young men from Pune.
Arrest Location: Nabbed in Pune's Warje area based on a crucial tip-off; one suspect is a college student, while the others were unemployed.
Fifth Person Involved: Aman Marote, 27, received a notice for questioning but not yet detained.
Handover Process: Pune Police quickly transferred the four to Mumbai's Crime Branch for deeper investigation.
Court Decision: On February 1, 2026, a court remanded the four into police custody until February 5, 2026, allowing time for interrogations.
Lawrence Bishnoi Gang Claims Rohit Shetty Attack
The social media bomb came from Shubham Lonkar, Lawrence Bishnoi gang associate and wanted in Baba Siddique's 2024 murder. Posted in Hindi-English, it named Lonkar, Aarzoo Bishnoi, Hari Boxer, and Harman Shandu. Message: Warnings sent to Rohit "not to interfere," this is a "small trailer." Next time, bullets "in his bedroom, chest." Whole Bollywood warned—fix ways or "no place to hide." Audio clip viral too.
Police verify the claim. Rohit had zero prior threats or extortion calls. Lonkar's brother linked to Siddique case; Pune a gang hotspot. No direct tie yet to Shetty suspects, but angle checked.
Why Target Rohit Shetty's Juhu Residence?
Motive puzzles everyone. Rohit, famed for explosive films like Singham series, no known gang feuds. Speculation: Upcoming projects? He bought rights to ex-Mumbai CP Rakesh Maria's underworld book—gangs hate that? Close police ties from cop events? Or random Bollywood hit? No demands for money or "protection." Police dig film links, personal enemies.
Rohit stays silent; family safe. Security boosted with more guards. Juhu patrols up amid celeb worries.
Bollywood Faces Rising Gang Threats 2026
This isn't isolated. Lawrence Bishnoi gang hit Salman Khan's Bandra home April 2024—same bike style, claim. Baba Siddique gunned down 2024; Goldy Brar claimed. Others targeted: Rakul Preet, Kriti Sanon got threats. Why Bollywood? Gangs demand films portraying them positively or extortion. jailed Lawrence runs ops via associates like Lonkar.
Mumbai Police's Anti-Extortion Cell active, but gangs use Pune as base. 2026 sees spike—stars hire private security, avoid night outs.
Rohit Shetty: From Cop's Son to Action Director
Born 1973 in Mumbai, Rohit son of stuntman MB Shetty. Started as action coordinator on Phool Aur Kaante. Directed debut Zameen (2003), exploded with Golmaal (2006). Hits: Singham trilogy, Sooryavanshi, Chennai Express. Known for car jumps, helicopter stunts—real blasts, no VFX heavy. Cop-hero films like Simmba salute police. Net worth crores; produces Khatron Ke Khiladi. Family: Wife Maya, kids? Private life low-key despite fame. Recent: Circulating Rakesh Maria book into film?
His Juhu tower named Shetty Tower—prime spot near beach, stars' haven.
Lawrence Bishnoi: Gangster's Path to Bollywood War
Lawrence, 33, jailed since 2015 in Rajasthan. Community leader turned criminal over 2021 Rakbar lynching revenge. Gang: Wildlife protection front? Poaching blackbucks sacred to Bishnois—Salman hunted them 1998 Blackbuck case. From jail, orders via smuggled phones. Key men: Goldy Brar (Canada), Lonkar (fugitive), Hari Boxer. Pune dairy fronts ops. Threats: "Supari" hits on foes. Bollywood grudge: Films mock gangs?
Shubham Lonkar: Rising star, Siddique plotter. Aarzoo Bishnoi: Lawrence sis? Active online.
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Police Probe Deepens: What Next After Arrests?
Crime Branch leads—no weapon ID yet. Bike forensics link Pune-Juhu. Interrogations: Who funded? Lonkar orders? Phone records scanned. Ballistics match past cases? Shetty questioned? As February 2 ends, custody grilling key. Possible Lonkar hunt intensifies.
If gang link proves, national security alert. Bollywood meets cops?
Impact on Bollywood Security Post Rohit Shetty Firing
Stars panic-buy Y+ security. Salman beefed up post-2024. Now Rohit joins list. Industry whispers: Script changes? No gangster glorification? Producers eye scripts. Fans pray; social media floods support #StaySafeRohit. OTT delayed?
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