Firing at Rohit Shetty residence: Lawrence Bishnoi gang claims responsibility, five detained

Four gunshots were fired outside filmmaker Rohit Shetty’s Juhu residence, Shetty Tower, in the early hours of Sunday, February 1, 2026, sparking panic in the upscale Mumbai neighbourhood. 

The attack, carried out by two assailants on motorcycles, did not result in any injuries, but has raised serious concerns over the safety of film industry figures after gangster Lawrence Bishnoi’s group claimed responsibility.

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Early Morning Firing Outside Shetty Tower

According to police officials, the attackers arrived on motorcycles and fired multiple bullets at Shetty Tower before fleeing the scene. The gunfire shattered the calm of the early morning hours, prompting residents to alert authorities immediately. While no one was hurt, the exterior of the building sustained damage, and security in the area was tightened soon after.

Juhu, home to several celebrities, witnessed increased police presence through the day as investigators began collecting preliminary evidence and speaking to locals.

Viral Post Issues Direct Threat to Filmmaker, Industry

Just hours after the incident, a post went viral on social media in which Lawrence Bishnoi gang members Shubham Lonkar and Aarzoo Bishnoi allegedly took responsibility for the firing. Written in Hindi, the post issued an explicit warning to Rohit Shetty and the wider Bollywood industry. The statement, which authorities are currently verifying, reads:

"Ram Ram, Jai Bajrang Bali to all brothers. Today, we, Shubham Lonkar, Aarzoo Bishnoi, Hari Boxer, and Harman Shandu, take responsibility for the firing at film director Rohit Shetty’s home in Mumbai. We messaged him many times not to interfere in our work, but he did not understand."

"This is just a small trailer. If he doesn't listen, the next bullets won't be outside the house—they will be inside his bedroom, in his chest. This is a warning to the entire Bollywood industry: mend your ways, or your condition will be worse than Baba Siddique’s."

"To those we have called—fall in line or you will run out of places to hide. And to our enemies, be ready; wait and watch. (NOTE: There was only one, there is only one, and there will be only one — Lawrence Bishnoi Group)."

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Crime Branch Steps Up Probe, Five Detained in Pune

The Mumbai Police and Crime Branch launched a massive manhunt following the threat. A forensic team was dispatched to the spot to collect bullet shells and other material evidence, while CCTV footage from nearby areas is being scrutinised.

The Mumbai Crime Branch has now intensified its probe into the firing incident. According to the latest update by news agency ANI, five suspects have been detained in Pune in connection with the case. Officials say questioning is underway as the investigation continues on multiple leads.