- Aamir Khan received an alleged threat via a Facebook post and audio clip from individuals claiming to be associated with the Lawrence Bishnoi gang.
- The Mumbai Police and Cyber Cell have begun verification of the social media account and audio recording related to the threat.
- As of now, no formal complaint has been filed by Aamir Khan or his team regarding the threat.
- Mumbai Police stated that further investigation will depend on the verification of the threat and whether Aamir Khan decides to file a formal complaint.
- The threat was reportedly made through a Facebook post that accused Aamir Khan of promoting ‘love jihad’ and warned of consequences for his actions.
- The post included a statement that those promoting such acts would be dealt with accordingly, reflecting the gang's stance against perceived cultural threats.
- The Lawrence Bishnoi gang has a history of targeting Bollywood celebrities, with Aamir Khan now being the latest addition to this list.
Aamir Khan has become the latest target of the Lawrence Bishnoi gang, receiving a Facebook threat that has raised security concerns. The Mumbai Police are currently verifying the authenticity of the threat, which accuses Khan of promoting 'love jihad' following his third marriage.1247
The threat was made through a social media post and an audio clip, allegedly from individuals identifying themselves as Arzu Bishnoi and Tyson Bishnoi. The post stated, “Those who are working against our culture in our country, and people like Aamir Khan who are promoting this in the name of ‘love jihad’, we will not tolerate this.”5
Despite the serious nature of the threat, no formal complaint has been filed by Khan or his representatives. The police learned of the threat through media reports and are investigating the claims. “Further investigation will be initiated once a formal complaint is received from Aamir Khan’s side,” officials stated.3
The post also referenced a recent incident involving the alleged kidnapping and trafficking of a minor in Rajasthan, indicating a broader context of violence associated with the gang. The message concluded with a tribute to two individuals referred to as “martyred brothers,” promising that their sacrifice would not be in vain.
As of now, authorities have not confirmed the authenticity of the social media account or the audio recording, and the investigation is ongoing. The Lawrence Bishnoi gang has a history of targeting Bollywood celebrities, with Salman Khan being one of the most notable victims.
“The threatening Facebook post accused Aamir Khan of promoting 'love jihad' and referenced the kidnapping of a 13-year-old girl in Rajasthan, ending with a warning of a 'fitting reply' and a tribute to 'martyred brothers'. Mumbai Police, which learned of the threat via media reports, has not yet received a formal complaint from Khan or his team, and investigation awaits verification.”
