Mumbai’s film industry is reeling from a brazen attack on blockbuster director Rohit Shetty’s residence. The Indian Motion Picture Producers’ Association (IMPPPA) has fired off a strongly worded letter to Maharashtra Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis, demanding swift and decisive action against the perpetrators.
The incident unfolded late on January 31 outside Shetty’s Juhu home, where assailants unleashed at least five rounds of gunfire. Miraculously, no one was injured, but the shockwaves have rippled through Bollywood. Police have detained five suspects, including an arms supplier, with investigations pointing fingers at the Lawrence Bishnoi gang. The main shooter remains at large.
IMPPPA’s letter paints a grim picture: an atmosphere of fear gripping producers, directors, actors, and technicians alike. ‘This isn’t just an attack on Rohit Shetty; it’s an assault on the entire industry’s sense of security,’ the association stated. They hailed Shetty as a pillar of Indian cinema, celebrated for his entertaining blockbusters and generous contributions to social causes and national efforts.
Maharashtra’s entertainment sector stands as a cultural powerhouse and economic driver. Such violence threatens to undermine this vibrant ecosystem, potentially deterring talent and investment. IMPPPA implored Fadnavis for personal intervention, calling for a thorough, impartial probe and robust security measures for Shetty, his family, and the broader industry.
The association expressed unwavering faith in the Chief Minister’s leadership to restore law and order, preventing future scares. As Bollywood holds its breath, the coming days will test the state’s resolve in shielding its creative heartbeat from criminal shadows.