In a disturbing development, Mumbai traffic control received an anonymous message today threatening the life of Bollywood superstar Salman Khan unless he pays a ransom of ₹2 crore. Police sources confirmed that a case has been registered against an unidentified individual, and an investigation is currently underway. The charges include threats of extortion and death threats.Recent arrests linked to threatsThis alarming incident follows the arrest of a 20-year-old man from Noida, who was implicated in making death threats not only against Khan but also against Zeeshan Siddiqui, the son of NCP (Ajit Pawar) leader Baba Siddique, who was tragically shot dead on October 12. The suspect, Gufran Khan, has been taken to Mumbai under transit remand for further questioning.Earlier, Mumbai Police arrested a 24-year-old vegetable seller named Shaikh Hussain Shaikh Mausin from Jamshedpur after he allegedly sent a threat message via the traffic polices WhatsApp helpline, demanding a ransom of ₹5 crore.History of threats and increased securitySalman Khan has faced multiple death threats in the past, notably from the Lawrence Bishnoi gang, a criminal group reportedly angered by the actors involvement in a blackbuck hunting case during the filming of Hum Saath Saath Hain in Rajasthan. In April, suspected gang members even fired shots outside Khans residence in Bandra. In light of these ongoing threats, the actors security measures have been significantly heightened.The recent murder of Baba Siddique, a former MLA known for his close ties with Khan, has added to the sense of urgency surrounding the actors safety. Speaking on the reality show Bigg Boss shortly after the incident, Khan expressed his reluctance to return to the program but felt compelled by professional obligations. He admitted to struggling with the emotional toll of the situation and expressed a desire to avoid social interactions during this challenging time.
