Extortion Threat and Enhanced Security: Ranveer Singh Targeted by Bishnoi Gang

Following the historic box office success of his latest film Dhurandhar, Bollywood superstar Ranveer Singh has been placed under tight police protection. On Tuesday, February 10, 2026, the actor received a threatening WhatsApp voice note demanding an extortion payment of several crores of rupees.

The sender allegedly claimed to be associated with the notorious Lawrence Bishnoi gang, the same group that recently claimed responsibility for a firing incident at filmmaker Rohit Shetty’s residence.

The Incident: Threat via Voice Note

The threat was delivered directly to the actor’s phone in the early hours of Tuesday.

• The Message: The voice note reportedly warned of “dire consequences” similar to the late Baba Siddique if the financial demands were not met.
• The “Dhurandhar” Connection: Some reports suggest the gang is attempting to target Singh following the massive financial success of Dhurandhar, which recently became the first Bollywood film to cross the ₹1000 crore mark domestically.
• Immediate Response: Singh’s management team alerted the Mumbai Police immediately. While a formal FIR is still being processed, the Crime Branch has already initiated a technical probe to trace the digital footprint of the VoIP call/message.

Security Beefed Up at Juhu Residence

Security has been significantly increased at Singh’s residence and the housing society where he lives with his wife, Deepika Padukone.

• Police Presence: Additional armed personnel from the Mumbai Police, along with private security teams, have cordoned off the entry points to his building.
• Society Concerns: The housing society management has reportedly written to the police seeking clarification on the duration of the deployment, citing minor inconveniences to other residents due to the heavy security presence in common areas.

Connection to Rohit Shetty Firing

The threat to Ranveer Singh follows a series of aggressive moves by the Bishnoi gang against Bollywood figures:

1. Jan 31 – Rohit Shetty Case: Five rounds were fired at Shetty’s Juhu home. The gang claimed responsibility, calling it a “small trailer.”
2. Feb 5 – Arrests Made: The Mumbai Crime Branch arrested five suspects in Pune, including Asharam Fasle, who allegedly supplied the weapons.
3. The Mastermind: Police believe Shubham Lonkar and Arju Bishnoi (fugitive associates of Lawrence Bishnoi) are coordinating these threats from abroad.

Bishnoi Gang’s Targeted List (2026)