A startling incident took place outside Bollywood superstar Salman Khan's residence at Galaxy Apartment in Bandra, Mumbai, as gunfire rang out in the early hours.
The Mumbai Police are currently investigating the matter, with speculation swirling about the motive behind the shooting.
At approximately 5 am, two unidentified individuals reportedly discharged firearms outside Salman Khan's residence. Eyewitnesses reported hearing three rounds of gunfire, sparking immediate concern and prompting residents to seek safety.
Maharashtra Chief Minister Eknath Shinde on Sunday spoke with Bollywood superstar Salman Khan in the wake of firing outside his residence and assured support saying the state government would not allow anybody to take the law into their hands.
"I spoke with the Mumbai police commissioner and actor Salman Khan and offered him our support. The firing incident is very unfortunate. I assure people that this government will not tolerate anybody trying to take the law into their hands," the chief minister said.
The Mumbai Police's Crime Branch swiftly responded to the scene upon receiving the report and launched an investigation into the incident.
Mumbai Police officials are actively probing the circumstances surrounding the firing, aiming to ascertain the identities of the perpetrators and their motives.
While initial reports suggest no injuries or casualties, the police are leaving no stone unturned in their pursuit of the truth. Authorities have yet to disclose any potential leads or suspects in connection with the shooting.
There was no official word from the police or Khan's family on whether the actor was present in the house at the time of the incident.