New Delhi:
Saif Ali Khan sustained six stab wounds during a theft attempt at his residence on Thursday. He was immediately taken to Lilavati Hospital and underwent surgery. Reacting to the news, Saif’s Devara co-star shared a note on X (formerly Twitter) and wished the actor a speedy recovery.
Jr NTR wrote, “Shocked and saddened to hear about the attack on Saif sir. Wishing and praying for his speedy recovery and good health.”
Shocked and saddened to hear about the attack on Saif sir.
I wish and pray for his speedy recovery and good health.
– Jr NTR (@tarak9999) 16 January 2025
Veteran actor Chiranjeevi said he is “deeply disturbed” by the incident and wrote, “Deeply disturbed by the news of the attack on #SaifAliKhan by an intruder. Wishing and praying for his speedy recovery.”
Deeply disturbed by the news of an attack by an intruder #SaifAliKhan
I wish and pray for his speedy recovery.
– Chiranjeevi Konidela (@KChiruTweets) 16 January 2025
Kunal Kohli wrote on X, “Shocking and horrifying incident. Praying for Saif’s speedy recovery. #SaifAliKhan.”
Shocking and scary incident. Praying for Saif’s speedy recovery. #SaifAliKhan pic.twitter.com/HIWEAuIdPB
-Kunal Kohli (@kunalkohli) 16 January 2025
Pooja Bhatt shared, “Law and order. We have laws.. what about the system?”
law & Order.
We have laws..what about order?– Pooja Bhatt (@PoojaB1972) 16 January 2025
After the attack, columnist Shobhaa De spoke to NDTV and expressed shock and concern over the incident. He told NDTV, “The question is how has the law and order situation in Mumbai deteriorated to such an extent. Bandra itself has become a lawless suburb. Not just Bollywood celebrities but every high-profile business person or any There are brazen attacks on high-profile individuals.” Business people or other individuals are living in fear.”
In response to the incident, the team of Saif Ali Khan and Kareena Kapoor issued statements.
The statement from Kareena’s team read, “Last night there was an attempted theft at the residence of Saif Ali Khan and Kareena Kapoor Khan. Saif suffered an injury to his hand for which he is in the hospital, undergoing a procedure. The rest of the family is undergoing treatment.” Ok. We request the media and fans to remain patient and not speculate any further as the police are already conducting their proper investigation. Thank you all for your concern.”
The official statement read, “An attempted theft was made at the residence of Mr. Saif Ali Khan. He is currently undergoing surgery in the hospital. We request the media and fans to be patient. This is a police matter.” “
The hospital recently issued a statement. Lilavati Hospital COO Dr Neeraj Uttamani, while sharing information about Saif’s condition, confirmed that the actor was stabbed by an unknown assailant during a robbery. Saif suffered six knife wounds, two of which were particularly deep.
One wound was close to his spinal cord. Dr. Uttamani said that Saif was brought to the hospital at around 3.30 in the morning and a team of experts is treating him.
A source close to the actor revealed that Saif fought off the thief without any weapon, while attempting to protect his family during the early morning attack.
Police have started an investigation and are currently reviewing CCTV footage from the area around the house. If reports are to be believed, Kareena and her children are safe.
