Bollywood actor Tusshar Kapoor has contacted law enforcement following a terrifying extortion attempt. Specifically, an unknown caller demanded ₹5 crore while claiming ties to the notorious Lawrence Bishnoi gang.
Mumbai Police Probe Threat Audio
The caller identified himself as Harry Boxer, an alleged member of the crime syndicate. Consequently, the 49-year-old actor immediately reported the incident to the Mumbai Police.
Following the report, the Crime Branch technical unit analyzed the voice recording. Furthermore, investigators compared the audio against database samples of the real suspect.
However, the voice samples did not match. As a result, authorities currently suspect an imposter used the gang’s name simply to create panic and extract money.
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Widespread Threats Target Bollywood Stars
Meanwhile, officers continue working to trace the origin of the recording. This incident occurs during a wave of security concerns across the film industry.
In fact, several high-profile stars have faced similar security threats recently. For instance, actors like Salman Khan, Ranveer Singh, and Tiger Shroff have all required increased protection.
Tusshar Kapoor’s Upcoming Film Projects
Despite the terrifying ordeal, Kapoor remains focused on his professional commitments. Most recently, the actor appeared on screen in the ensemble comedy Welcome to the Jungle.
Looking ahead, Kapoor will reprise his iconic role in director Rohit Shetty’s upcoming Golmaal 5. Interestingly, superstar Akshay Kumar is also joining the famous comedy franchise for the first time.
Ultimately, police remain vigilant as they work to apprehend the suspect behind this alarming extortion attempt.