After the shooting incident with Tiger Shroff’s car in Mumbai, the police have tightened security outside the actor’s house.

Several Bollywood celebrities have been provided security cover by the state or central governments after threats or an assessment of their security needs. While some actors have Y+ category protection, others receive local police protection or personal protection based on specific threat assessments.

From Salman Khan and Shah Rukh Khan to Kangana Ranaut and Amitabh Bachchan, here’s a look at the security arrangements for Bollywood celebrities.

1. Salman Khan

• Security Class: Y+
• In November 2022, the Maharashtra government upgraded Salman Khan’s security to Y+ category following threats from the Lawrence Bishnoi gang.
• His security arrangements include 11 to 12 Mumbai Police personnel, including four armed commandos who accompany him at all times. It also includes a specially trained constable who is adept in handling advanced weapons.
• In October 2024, following the assassination of Baba Siddiq, his security was further strengthened.

2. Shah Rukh Khan

• Security Class: Y+
• In October 2023, Shah Rukh Khan’s security was upgraded to Y-Plus category.
• The actor reportedly sought protection from the Maharashtra government after receiving death threats over the song.shameless color‘From his blockbuster film’Pathan‘. He reportedly pays for his own security.

3. Kangana Ranaut

• Security Class: Y+
• In September 2020, the central government upgraded Kangana Ranaut’s security to the Y-Plus category.
• The decision came after the actor compared Mumbai to Pakistan-occupied Kashmir (PoK), triggering angry reactions from Maharashtra government and Shiv Sena leaders. After this, Sanjay Raut had warned him not to return from Himachal Pradesh to Mumbai.

4. Amitabh Bachchan

• Security Category:
• Amitabh Bachchan has X-Class security cover. This arrangement consists of two security personnel assigned in shifts, including a Personal Security Officer (PSO).

5. Akshay Kumar

• Security Category:
• Akshay Kumar has an X-Class security cover.
• According to a Mid-Day report, the security expenses are borne by the celebrities themselves.

6. Anupam Kher

• Security Category:
• Anupam Kher was given X-category protection following a threat assessment after receiving threats following the release of his film.‘The Kashmir Files’.

7. Aamir Khan

• Security arrangements: Local police security or private security.
• Aamir Khan receives tailored local police protection or personal protection during special risk assessments.
• In July 2026, security outside his Pali Hill residence in Bandra West was temporarily increased by the local police following unconfirmed threat calls and social media audio clips linked to the Lawrence Bishnoi gang.

8. Vivek Agnihotri

• Security Category: Y
• In March 2022, filmmaker Vivek Agnihotri was granted Y-category protection by the central government.
• This decision has been taken in view of the increased threat after the release of his film.‘The Kashmir Files’.

9. Tiger Shroff

• Security arrangements: Increased police presence.
• After the shooting incident at Tiger Shroff’s car in Juhu, the Mumbai Police has tightened security and deployed personnel outside his residence.

10. Rohit Shetty

• Security arrangements: Increased police presence.
• Following the shooting incident near Rohit Shetty’s Juhu residence, local police and crime branch units have increased patrolling and security measures in the area.

Several other actors also enjoy general protection from the Mumbai Police.

A state committee regularly assesses the risk level for film personalities and can upgrade, downgrade or withdraw police bodyguards based on its assessment.

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