In the wake of the shocking daylight assassination of NCP leader Baba Siddiqui, the security surrounding Bollywood superstar Salman Khan has been considerably heightened. The murder has sparked widespread speculation about its possible link to the long-standing animosity between Salman Khan and the infamous gangster Lawrence Bishnoi. This conjecture has gained traction due to the alleged threats issued by Bishnoi towards the actor in the past.
However, in a recent statement, Salim Khan, Salman's father and a revered figure in Indian cinema as a veteran scriptwriter, firmly dismissed such allegations. Salim Khan categorically rejected the notion that his son’s security concerns were directly tied to the Siddiqui murder or any personal feud. In a calm but measured response to the circulating speculations, Salim addressed the persistent threat rumours, highlighting the necessity of following the advice of law enforcement in these unsettling times.
When asked about the current state of affairs and the impact these threats have had on their daily lives, Salim Khan reflected on how their sense of freedom has been affected. "The freedom we once enjoyed is gone. You can't go here, you can't go there. You can't do this or that. You must listen to the police's instructions," he remarked, acknowledging the constraints that have been imposed on their lifestyle due to the security situation.
Despite the palpable tension, Salim Khan exuded an air of calm acceptance, stating that the family has been cooperating with the police and adhering to the new security measures. "It’s not as though we can disregard them and say we’ll carry on as usual," he added, demonstrating a pragmatic approach to the circumstances.
One of the significant changes in their daily routine has been a longstanding family tradition. For years, Salim and his family would sit in a particular spot within their compound—a practice they have now abandoned at the urging of the police. Authorities warned that the area could be a target for an external threat, with the potential for shots being fired from outside the compound. "The police advised us not to sit where we used to for years, as someone could potentially shoot from outside the compound," Salim explained. "They mentioned shots had been fired here, so we no longer sit there. That’s perfectly fine."
