Entertainment
Tiger Shroff firing case: Shooters received real-time updates from handler, monitored TV news
The investigation into the firing incident targeting Bollywood actor Tiger Shroff has revealed that the shooters were in constant contact with their handler through phone calls and messages. Investigators suspect that the accused were also receiving real-time updates about the police investigation, including information broadcast on television news channels.
According to sources, the shooters remained in touch with their handler during and after the October 18 attack. They were provided with updates about developments in the case and the police operation to identify and apprehend them.
Sources said that after information about the shooters’ identities and appearances began emerging, the handler instructed them to leave the area. The accused were also reportedly kept informed about news coverage of the incident.
Investigators suspect that someone was monitoring television news channels and passing relevant information to the accused.
When footage of the shooting and images of the suspects, captured in videos recorded by vloggers, were broadcast, one of the accused, Rehan Ansari, received messages instructing him to leave.
However, the identity of the person who monitored television coverage and relayed information to the shooters remains unknown. The police are investigating the communication network used by the accused and their associates.
According to police sources, investigators suspect that Anil Pandit, who is believed to be in the US, or Ankit Khattak and Sameer Khatri, who were recently arrested in Sonipat, may have been involved in directing Rehan through Internet-based communication applications.
The police have reportedly recovered photographs, videos and details of conversations from the accused. The investigation has also revealed that the suspects allegedly changed their travel plans and modes of transport in response to information about police movements.
After the firing at Tiger Shroff’s car on October 18, the three alleged shooters fled on motorcycles before travelling to different locations by train and cab. They relied on Internet-based calls instead of conventional mobile networks, making it difficult for investigators to trace their communications.
A routine phone conversation between one of the accused and a cab driver reportedly provided the police with an important lead. Acting on information shared by the Mumbai Police, the three suspects were subsequently arrested from a train in Kota, Rajasthan.
So far, 10 people have been arrested in connection with the case. The three alleged shooters Phool Singh (18), Rehan Rahimuddin Ansari (18) and Hrithik Mahato (22) remain in police custody until October 31.
According to sources in the Mumbai Crime Branch, Randeep Malik, associate of the Lawrence Bishnoi gang, reportedly connected Rehan with Anil Pandit. Another accused, Kunal, is also suspected of having come into contact with Pandit through Malik.
Investigators further suspect that individuals who conducted reconnaissance in Mumbai sent photographs of locations associated with the actor to Pandit and Malik. These reportedly included Tiger Shroff’s football ground and several locations in the Juhu and Bandra areas.
Sources said that the accused allegedly discussed testing the firearm before carrying out the attack. Hrithik reportedly suggested the forests of Aarey Colony for this purpose, as his experience working as a Rapido rider in Mumbai had made him familiar with the area.
During interrogation, the accused claimed that Tiger Shroff’s praise for actor Salman Khan at an event was among the reasons behind the decision to target him.
Sources said investigators were examining these claims. The Crime Branch has not yet established the motive conclusively.
Meanwhile, Tiger Shroff is said to have been deeply disturbed by the incident. An officer said the actor told the police during preliminary discussions that he was shocked by the firing and had never imagined that his car would be targeted.
The actor reportedly told investigators that he had no personal enmity with anyone and did not know who the attackers were or why they had opened fire.
A Crime Branch officer said the actor’s statement has not yet been formally recorded because he was distressed following the incident. The police are expected to record his statement soon as the investigation continues.
Bollywood
‘Bigg Boss 20’: Rohit Shetty questions Lovepreet Gill, Scout’s closeness

Filmmaker Rohit Shetty questioned Lovepreet Gill about her relationship with fellow contestant Scout on the reality show ‘Bigg Boss 20’, pointing out that their physical closeness, including Scout massaging her legs, hands and neck, could be perceived differently by viewers outside the house.
In a promo shared by the channel on Instagram, Rohit stepped in for hosting duties, and Salman Khan had prior commitments. The filmmaker asked Lovepreet about her bond with Scout.
Lovepreet maintained that she considers Scout a brother, while Rohit said their interactions were “looking absolutely wrong” from an outsider’s perspective.
“When he’s massaging your legs, massaging your hands, massaging your neck. Love, that doesn’t look right. You tell Scout to massage your back. He’s massaging your calves. It’s not looking good at all,” Rohit said.
To which, Scout chimed in: “I do, Mahi di too.”
Rohit replied: “Scout! What you see outside, what you feel outside, that’s what I’m telling you. It’s looking absolutely wrong.”
The 20th edition of Bigg Boss started on September 6.
It has a diverse lineup of 16 celebrity contestants including names such as MC Mary Kom, Kanika Mann, Mahhi Vij, Kushal Tanwar, Arishfa Khan, Qazi Touqeer, Asif Khan, Aamrapali Dubey, Uditi Singh, Tanmay Singh aka ScoutOP, Rohed Khan, Yung DSA and Love Gill.
Bigg Boss is an Indian Hindi-language reality television show of the Bigg Boss franchise in India that airs on Colors TV. It is based on the Dutch format of Big Brother. The 20th edition started on September 6.
Rohit is known for making action comedy and masala films. His breakthrough came with the first installment of the comedy film franchise Golmaal, starring Ajay Devgn, Tusshar Kapoor and Arshad Warsi, which became a sleeper hit.
He tasted further success with franchise included Golmaal Returns, Golmaal 3 and Golmaal Again, each of which went on to rank among the highest-grossing films of the year.
Rohit returned to the action genre with Singham after eight years of his debut action thriller Zameen, which also starred Devgn in the lead.
Later on, it expanded into the Cop Universe with Singham Returns, Simmba and Sooryavanshi. His other notable successes include All the Best: Fun Begins, Bol Bachchan and Chennai Express; the latter became the highest-grossing Hindi film, surpassing 3 Idiots at that time.
Apart from film directing, he is also seen as a host for the stunt-based reality adventure show Khatron Ke Khiladi.
Bollywood
Big B recalls childhood Diwali: ‘Hamare bomb ki awaaz zyada tez honi chahiye’

Megastar Amitabh Bachchan took a trip down memory lane as he recalled a humorous childhood memory of celebrating Diwali, saying that the excitement of bursting firecrackers often turned into a friendly rivalry with neighbours.
Actors Ranbir Kapoor, Sai Pallavi and Ravi Dubey brought festive cheer to the sets of Kaun Banega Crorepati as they joined megastar Amitabh Bachchan for a special Diwali episode while promoting their upcoming film Ramayana.
Sharing the anecdote with actor Ranbir Kapoor with his trademark wit, the cine icon said that if a firecracker went off at a neighbour’s house, the challenge was to ensure that theirs made an even louder sound.
During the interaction, Ranbir asked the megastar about his memories of celebrating Diwali as a child. He asked, “Amitabh ji, aapki koi Diwali ki koi yaad hai?”
(Amitabh ji, do you have any memories of Diwali?)
Responding with his signature wit and a nostalgic chuckle, Amitabh Bachchan shared a humorous childhood anecdote regarding Diwali crackers, “Sir, Diwali ki keval yahi yaad rehti thi, ki agar bagal wale ke yahan bomb phata hai, toh hamara bomb usse zyada tez hona chahiye..”
(Sir, the only thing I remember about Diwali is that if a firecracker went off at the neighbour’s house, ours had to be louder than theirs)
The makers of the upcoming epic film ‘Ramayana: Part 1’ have locked the film’s release on November 5 ahead of Diwali.
The film is helmed by Nitesh Tiwari and produced by Namit Malhotra’s Prime Focus Studios in collaboration with 8-time Oscar-winning DNEG and Yash’s Monster Mind Creations, Ramayana is envisioned as a two-part epic. ‘Ramayana: Part 1’ will release worldwide on November 5, 2026, followed by ‘Ramayana: Part 2’ in Diwali 2027, in Hindi, Tamil, Telugu, Kannada and Malayalam across India.
The project combines Indian mythology with large-scale visual effects, with music composed by A.R. Rahman and Hans Zimmer. Promising an immersive cinematic experience, the film is among the most anticipated releases in Indian cinema.
The film will release in IMAX, with Sony Pictures distributing the film globally, while Dharma Productions will act as distributors for the Hindi-speaking market.
Kaun Banega Crorepati Diwali Special, will air on October 29–30 on Sony Entertainment Television.
Bollywood
Amrita Arora recalls years of fights, tears and togetherness as she wishes sister Malaika Arora on her birthday

Actress Amrita Arora penned a heartfelt birthday note for her sister Malaika Arora.
She recalled their arguments, emotional moments and the bond that has grown stronger over the years.
Amrita shared a picture of Malaika dressed in a black outfit with a playful message that captured the essence of their relationship.
Recalling how they would argue over clothes and spend hours disagreeing, Amrita said they always stood by each other despite the drama.
“Malla, my sister with dynamic flair, we fought over what to wear ..argued for hours with no resolve, but had each others back through it all!! We survived serious drama, through all the tears and that somehow got us closer through the years ….with a name that means ANGEL you can fool everyone else cos I know the real GREMLIN that sits on the shelf phew I wrote you the poem I promised okkk now happy birthday my darling sister love you @malaikaaroraofficial,” she wrote.
Kareena Kapoor Khan, who is Amrita and Malaika’s best friend, also wished the birthday girl, on her birthday, sharing affectionate pictures of the two together.
Kareena took to her social media account to wish Malaika, whom she fondly calls ‘Malla’. Sharing a black-and-white picture in which she is seen kissing Malaika on the cheek, Kareena wrote, “Happy Birthday darling Malla stay sexy and fabulous… biggest hug @malaikaaroraofficial”.
In another social media story, Kareena shared a monochrome photograph featuring Malaika and their close circle of friends, captioning it, “Malla Forever Fab”.
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