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Maharashtra Deputy CM Eknath Shinde visited Tiger Shroff after the Juhu firing and revealed that the actor suffered a gunpowder burn and injuries from glass pieces.
Tiger Shroff Attacked: DCM Eknath Shinde Reveals Bullets Fired From Close Range, Actor Suffered Gunpowder Burn
Tiger Shroff firing news: Maharashtra Deputy Chief Minister Eknath Shinde visited Tiger Shroff at his residence after the firing incident in Mumbai’s Juhu area on Sunday. Shinde spoke about the actor’s injuries, revealing that he suffered a burn due to gunpowder and injuries caused by glass pieces. He also said that the firing seemed to have taken place from a very close distance.
Photographs from the visit show Tiger sitting bare-chested on a couch beside Shinde, with bandages on his chest and right arm. Tiger’s mother, Ayesha Shroff, was also present at the residence. His sister, Krishna Shroff, was also seen arriving at his residence post the horrific incident.
#WATCH | Mumbai | Krishna Shroff arrives at the residence of his brother, actor Tiger Shroff.A firing incident occurred involving actor Tiger Shroff. He is safe and has not sustained any gunshot injuries, as per Mumbai Police https://t.co/8HbZmlbwVU
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Eknath Shinde Visits Tiger Shroff After Juhu Firing
Eknath Shinde visited Tiger at his residence after the firing incident and assured him that the government would take strict action against those responsible. The Deputy Chief Minister had earlier condemned the attack and said the police had formed several teams to identify and arrest the attackers.
Tiger’s sister, Krishna Shroff, was also spotted at the actor’s residence following the incident. The family has not publicly shared further details about his injuries.
Eknath Shinde Reveals Tiger Shroff’s Injuries After Firing
Speaking to CNN News18, Shinde said he had spoken to the Mumbai Police Commissioner and Crime Branch officials following the incident. He confirmed that Shroff was safe and said the actor had not suffered any injury. “I have spoken to the Mumbai Commissioner and officials of the Crime Branch. What happened is a very unfortunate incident. Tiger Shroff is an emerging actor, and firing was carried out at him. The fact that he did not suffer any injury is a very fortunate thing.”
Maharashtra Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis, too, has spoken to Mumbai Police Commissioner Deven Bharti regarding the firing incident.
Mumbai Police had earlier confirmed that Tiger had not sustained any gunshot injuries. However, reports said he suffered minor abrasions following the incident.
What Happened To Tiger Shroff In Mumbai?
The firing took place on Sunday evening, October 18, near Pushpa Park in Mumbai’s Juhu area. Three unidentified men allegedly arrived on a motorcycle and opened fire at Tiger Shroff’s car as he was returning after playing football.
Tiger escaped without any gunshot injuries, but his driver sustained a gunshot wound to his hand and was taken to Nanavati Hospital. An autorickshaw driver was also injured in the incident and taken for treatment.
Mumbai Police have launched an investigation and are examining CCTV footage to identify the attackers. A social media post purportedly claiming responsibility on behalf of the Lawrence Bishnoi gang has also surfaced, but the police have not confirmed the gang’s involvement.
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Ask News18On Sunday evening, October 18, 2026, three unidentified men on a motorcycle opened fire at Tiger Shroff’s car near Pushpa Park in Mumbai’s Juhu area as he was returning from playing football. While Tiger escaped without gunshot injuries, suffering only a gunpowder burn and minor glass-related abrasions, his driver and an autorickshaw driver were injured.
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October 19, 2026, 07:06 IST