In the early hours of Sunday, February 1, 2026, a shooting incident occurred outside the Mumbai residence of Bollywood director Rohit Shetty in Juhu. According to reports, four shots were fired near the filmmaker's home.
law enforcement responded swiftly to the scene, deploying a large number of personnel to secure the area. As a precautionary measure, security agencies cordoned off the locality, and increased police patrols are being conducted. No injuries have been reported in connection with the incident.
Senior officers from the Mumbai Police, including zonal units and the crime branch, arrived at the location to assess the situation. A forensic team was also dispatched to collect evidence from the scene. The Mumbai Police Commissioner has confirmed the incident and stated that a thorough investigation is underway.
"Firing has taken place at the building. We are investigating all possible angles to identify the culprits,” the Police Commissioner stated. The investigation is being jointly handled by senior police officials and the crime branch. Authorities are exploring all potential angles to determine the motive behind the shooting and identify those responsible. This includes examining the possible involvement of international gangs, although no conclusions have been reached at this stage.
It remains unknown if Rohit Shetty was present at his residence during the shooting. Preliminary reports indicate that the gunfire was discharged by unidentified individuals.
