Tiger Shroff was shot at close range on Sunday night in Mumbai’s Juhu area. Three rounds of bullets were fired at Tiger’s car, injuring its driver and an auto driver. The driver was reportedly shot, while the actor escaped unhurt.
As Tiger Shroff is in the headlines since last night, old videos and anecdotes about him have resurfaced.
five years ago, Salman Khan talks about what motivates him to work harder after three decades in the industry. He specifically mentioned the name of Tiger Shroff from the younger generation of actors.
Salman said, “I realized only when you shed your sweat and blood and give your best – your audience will understand and appreciate your hard work. So now, at the age of 55-56, I am doing the things I used to do when I was 14 and 15. It’s because my younger generation is Tiger Shroff.”
Tiger has a huge fan following among youngsters for his body and dancing skills.
The Federation of Western India Cine Employees (FWICE) has condemned the incident and demanded safety and security for the actor and his family.
“Such acts of violence and intimidation are totally unacceptable and raise serious concerns about the safety and security of personalities associated with the Indian film industry. It is very alarming that this is the second such incident involving a prominent figure in the film industry after the earlier incident of firing on renowned filmmaker Mr. Rohit Shetty. Decisive and effective action by the authorities concerned,” read a statement. Issued by FWICE.
All Indian Cine Workers Association (AICWA) president Suresh Shyamalal Gupta has written to the Union Home Minister Amit Shah, demanding full protection of the actor.
According to Deputy Commissioner of Police (DCP) Mohit Garg, Tiger Shroff narrowly escaped being shot at from close quarters while leaving the football club in his car around 7 pm on Sunday.
After news emerged that the actor had been targeted in the firing, Maharashtra Deputy Chief Minister Eknath Shinde visited his residence on Sunday night to inquire about his well-being and assure him of the state government’s support.