Mumbai – Actor and self-proclaimed film critic Kamaal R. Khan, also known as KRK, was recently arrested in connection with a firing incident that occurred on January 18, 2026, in a residential area of Oshiwara, Mumbai. Following his arrest, Khan was granted bail on a personal bond of ₹25,000 on Friday.
The incident involved the discharge of two rounds from Khan's licensed firearm at Nalanda Society in Oshiwara. Residents reported hearing loud sounds, which caused initial confusion and panic. Police investigations revealed that two bullets struck the Nalanda Society, with impact marks found on the second and fourth floors of the residential building. No injuries were reported. Writer-director Neeraj Kumar Mishra and model Prateek Baid, who reside on the second and fourth floors respectively, reported the incident to the police after discovering what appeared to be bullets inside their homes.
After the incident, KRK was taken into custody and questioned by the Mumbai Police. During the interrogation, Khan admitted to discharging his licensed weapon but claimed it was accidental. He stated that the incident occurred while he was cleaning his gun and that the bullets were unintentionally fired towards a nearby mangrove area. Khan suggested that strong winds caused the bullets to deviate and strike the building.
In response to his arrest, KRK claimed that the film industry is unfairly targeting him due to his critical reviews. He stated, "Aadalat batayegi kya sahi aur kya galat," implying that the court will determine the truth amidst his claims of being framed. He has previously faced backlash and legal action for his harsh reviews of Bollywood films.
KRK's lawyer, Sana Raees Khan, criticized the arrest, calling it a misuse of the legal process. She argued that the arrest was carried out without prior notice and that KRK's constitutional rights were not considered. She also highlighted the technical implausibility of the bullets reaching the building, noting the distance between KRK's bungalow and the building was approximately 1,500 meters, while the pistol's range is typically 20 to 30 meters. She argued that any alleged missing cartridges could be due to administrative error rather than criminal intent.
The police have registered a case against Khan under the Arms Act and for endangering the personal safety of others. They are awaiting a ballistic report to further investigate the incident. The investigation is ongoing to determine the exact circumstances and motive behind the firing.