The home of Bollywood actress Disha Patani in Bareilly was the target of a shooting early Friday morning. Unknown assailants fired approximately 10-12 rounds at the residence around 4:30 AM, sparking widespread alarm. Patani’s family is reportedly deeply shaken by the event. The responsibility for the shooting has been claimed by the gangs of Rohit Godara and Goldy Brar, who issued a statement taking credit for the attack.
This incident is part of a disturbing trend of attacks against celebrities. Salman Khan and Elvish Yadav are among those who have also been targeted in similar incidents.
Salman Khan: The shooting at Salman Khan’s Galaxy Apartments on April 14, 2024, highlights the vulnerability of prominent figures. The attack involved gunfire directed at his home. The Lawrence Bishnoi gang claimed responsibility, and authorities apprehended a suspect. Khan was subsequently provided with enhanced security measures.
Elvish Yadav: YouTuber Elvish Yadav’s home in Gurugram was also targeted in a shooting on August 17. Police investigations revealed that three individuals fired approximately 12 rounds from a motorcycle, while Yadav’s father stated a higher count of shots fired.
Kapil Sharma: Comedian Kapil Sharma’s Canadian cafe was also targeted with gunfire. The recent opening of the cafe in Canada was quickly overshadowed by an attack. The initial incident occurred on July 10, followed by a subsequent shooting.
AP Dhillon: Punjabi singer AP Dhillon’s Canadian home was targeted in a shooting last September. Rohit Godara, affiliated with the Lawrence Bishnoi gang, took responsibility, citing Dhillon’s association with Salman Khan as the motive.