Suspects in Tiger Shroff shooting planned to flee to Nepal, security heightened

Mumbai Police have heightened security around Bollywood celebrities after three individuals, arrested for firing at actor Tiger Shroff’s car, revealed plans to flee to Nepal. The incident, which occurred on October 18, 2026, in Juhu, Mumbai, has led to increased concerns about cross-border crime and the safety of film personalities.The three suspects—Phool Singh (18), Hrithik Mahto (22), and Rehan Rahisuddin (18)—were apprehended on October 19, 2026, aboard the Pune-Jaipur Superfast Express in Kota, Rajasthan. Their arrest followed a tip-off from Mumbai Police, triggering a coordinated operation by Rajasthan authorities.According to Mumbai Police, the accused fired five rounds at Shroff’s car before one of their firearms jammed, prompting their escape. They reportedly rode a motorcycle to Andheri railway station, took a train to Borivali, and then hired a taxi to Surat in Gujarat. From Surat, they boarded a train bound for Kota, intending to travel to Delhi and then Nepal.Kota Superintendent of Police Tejaswani Gautam stated that the suspects were lured with money and promised settlement abroad. Rehan Rahisuddin allegedly received Rs 37,000 as part of the deal. Police believe the Bishnoi gang, known for targeting Bollywood figures for extortion, is behind the incident.During the shooting, Umesh Kumar Chauhan, a vlogger filming Tiger Shroff, sustained a bullet injury. He was initially taken to Cooper Hospital and later transferred to KEM Hospital in Parel. Doctors reported his condition as stable, with no further bleeding from his liver injury and no damage to his heart or lungs.Tiger Shroff and his driver, Ibrahim Firdous, were taken to Nanavati Max Hospital. Shroff suffered minor abrasions and was discharged. Firdous, however, sustained a bullet injury to his left hand and a fracture, requiring surgery.In response to the attack, Mumbai Police have stepped up security measures for other film personalities. An additional police vehicle has been stationed outside the homes of Salman Khan and filmmaker Rohit Shetty, while patrolling has been intensified near Aamir Khan’s residence in Bandra. Police confirmed that security would be extended to anyone facing threats, and Tiger Shroff has also been provided police protection.The revelation that the suspects planned to flee to Nepal highlights the ongoing security challenges posed by cross-border crime. The open border between Nepal and India often allows criminals to move between the two countries with relative ease, necessitating enhanced coordination and cooperation between their security agencies.This incident follows a previous arrest on May 30, 2026, by Delhi Police, which uncovered links between the Dawood Ibrahim gang and Pakistan’s ISI, leading to the apprehension of nine individuals, including Nepali citizens.Mumbai Police are continuing their investigation to determine the full motive behind the shooting and identify all individuals involved. Further facts are expected to emerge once the accused are brought to Mumbai.