Saif Ali Khan hospitalised after knife attack by robber at Bandra home

According to the police, an intruder broke into the house and allegedly attacked Saif Ali Khan before fleeing the scene when other family members woke up

Bollywood actor Saif Ali Khan was attacked by an armed robber at his residence in Mumbai in the early hours of Thursday. The actor, 54, was stabbed multiple times by the attackers and is undergoing treatment at Lilavati Hospital in Bandra, the police said.  The robbery bid happened at Satguru Sharan building in Bandra West where Khan lives with his wife, actress Kareena Kapoor Khan, and their two sons, Taimur (8) and Jeh (4). The incident reportedly took place at around 2:30 am on while the actor and his family were asleep.  

 

According to the police, an intruder broke into the house and attacked Khan before fleeing the scene when other family members woke up. The intruder engaged in an argument with the actor's maid. When Saif Ali Khan attempted to intervene and calm the situation, the unknown individual turned aggressive and the two were engaged in a scuffle, causing the actor to sustain injuries.     Efforts are currently underway to locate the suspect, with the Bandra police registering an FIR and deploying multiple teams to arrest the individual.        Dr Niraj Uttamani, Chief Operating Officer (COO) of Lilavati Hospital, said that Saif was brought to the hospital at 3 am on Thursday. "Saif Ali Khan was attacked by an unidentified person at his house. He was brought in at 3:00 am by the caretaker. He has six wounds from sharp objects like knives etc., of which two wounds are deep and one close to his spine. A small piece of foreign body close to the spine is identified," the COO said. He added, "The extent of the damage will be understood once the surgery is completed."  Also Read | Saif Ali Khan attacked at home: Was the attacker hiding inside all along?    According to Deputy Commissioner of Police, Dixit Gedam, "The actor and the intruder had a scuffle. The actor is injured and is being treated. The investigation is ongoing."  "There was an attempted burglary at Saif Ali Khan's residence. He is currently in hospital undergoing a surgery," the 54-year-old actor's public relations representative said in a statement. "We request the media and fans to be patient. It is a police matter. We will keep you updated on the situation," the representative added. 

Saif Ali Khan attacked: Kareena Kapoor's statement

  A statement from Kareena Kapoor Khan's team read, "There was an attempted burglary at Saif Ali Khan and Kareena Kapoor Khan's residence last night. Saif had an injury on his arm for which he is in hospital, undergoing a procedure. The rest of the family is doing fine. We request media and fans to be patient and not speculate any further as the Police are already doing their due investigations. Thank you all for your concern."   

Saif Ali Khan attacked: Reactions

  Reacting to the shocking news, Saif's co-star Jr NTR, in a post on X, said, "Shocked and saddened to hear about the attack on Saif sir. Wishing and praying for his speedy recovery and good health."  Meanwhile, BJP MLA Ram Kadam has said, "The attack on the talented artist Saif Ali Khan was reportedly carried out by an individual who entered his house with an intent to steal. During a scuffle, he sustained minor injuries. He is currently receiving treatment in the hospital..."  NCP (SP) leader Supriya Sule also expressed concern over the attack on Khan by an intruder at his home in Mumbai and termed the incident as "worrisome". "Saif is safe and in hospital. Wait for the official statement from the family and the police," Sule told reporters.  Shiv Sena (UBT) leader Anand Dubey strongly condemned the incident, highlighting a series of recent attacks on high-profile individuals. "When celebrities and VIPs are not safe in this country, then what will happen to the normal people. Earlier, there was a firing outside Salman Khan's residence, then Baba Siddique was murdered and now Saif Ali Khan has been stabbed. Is there any law and order or not in Mumbai? Devendra Fadnavis should take cognisance of this matter. It is an unfortunate incident," the Shiv Sena (UBT) leader said. 

Shiv Sena UBT MP Priyanka Chaturvedi also slammed the administration and state government over the incident saying, "If celebrities are not safe then who in Mumbai is?" Taking to social media post on X, Chaturvedi wrote, "What a shame that Mumbai sees another high profile attempt on life, the attack on Saif Ali Khan yet again raises questions on Mumbai Police & the Home Minister. This is after a series of incidents that show there is a deliberate attempt to undermine Mumbai by targeting big names: - Baba Siddique ji's family is still awaiting justice after his shocking murder. - Salman Khan forced to live in a bullet proof house. - Now it is Saif Ali Khan All in Bandra." 

 

Congress MP from Mumbai North Central, Varsha Gaikwad on Thursday targeted the Maharashtra government after Bollywood actor Saif Ali Khan sustained minor injuries following a scuffle with an intruder who entered his residence.

 

In a post on X, Gaikwad said that the incident happened in Bandra which is considered a safe neighbourhood. "Extremely shocked at this brazen attack. What is going on in Mumbai? That this happens in Bandra in a what is known as a safe neighbourhood, is what is most concerning. What security can the common man then expect?" the Congress MP said. 

Shiv Sena (UBT) MP Sanjay Raut attacked the BJP-led state government over the incident and asked when artists like Saif Ali Khan are attacked then to what extent the common public is safe?

 

Addressing a press conference, Raut said, "Saif Ali Khan is an artist; he has also been awarded Padma Shri. Saif Ali Khan and his family met him at the Prime Minister's residence a few days ago. The Prime Minister had invited him. Everyone sat with him for an hour and discussed. Saif Ali Khan was also very happy after meeting the Prime Minister. But yesterday the Prime Minister was in Mumbai and at this time Saif Ali Khan was attacked with a knife. Some people say the attacker was a thief, some say something else, but what is the law and order situation in this state? ... Where is our Home Minister?" Saif Ali Khan is known for his performances in films like "Omkara", "Dil Chahta Hai", "Kal Ho Naa Ho" and "Tanhaji: The Unsung Warrior".