Four prominent Bollywood celebrities, including actor-comedian Kapil Sharma, actor Rajpal Yadav, choreographer Remo D’Souza, and singer-actress Sugandha Mishra, have reportedly received death threats from Pakistan. Following the alarming messages, an FIR has been lodged in Mumbai, and the police are actively investigating the matter.
The threatening email, sent to the celebrities, warned, “We are monitoring your recent activities and feel it is crucial to bring to your attention a sensitive issue. This is not a publicity stunt or an attempt to harass you, but we urge you to take this message with the utmost seriousness and confidentiality.” The email was signed off by the sender using the name ‘BISHNU.’
The threat came to light on December 14, 2024, when Rajpal Yadav received an email from a person claiming to be ‘Bishnu,’ who threatened harm to Kapil Sharma and his team, allegedly due to their association with Bollywood actor Salman Khan. This prompted Yadav’s wife, Radha Rajpal Yadav, to file a police complaint at Amboli Police Station in Mumbai.
An official case has been registered under Section 351(3) of the Indian Penal Code, which addresses threats of harm. Mumbai Police have assured heightened security for Kapil Sharma and his team. The police traced the IP address of the email to Pakistan and are seeking cooperation from the government to liaise with Pakistani authorities. Authorities have demanded a response from the recipient within eight hours, warning of consequences for both their personal and professional lives if ignored.
About the Celebrities Involved
Kapil Sharma, renowned for his comedic talent, is a household name in India. He gained fame as the winner of The Great Indian Laughter Challenge 3 and went on to host the immensely popular Comedy Nights with Kapil. His successful career expanded to films with hits like Kis Kisko Pyaar Karoon, Firangi, Zwigato, and Crew. More recently, he ventured into the digital space with The Great Indian Kapil Show on Netflix, which featured a star-studded guest list including Aamir Khan and Ranbir Kapoor.
Rajpal Yadav is a versatile actor known for his comic roles in numerous Bollywood films. He was last seen in Bhool Bhulaiyaa 3, directed by Anees Bazmee, which also starred Kartik Aaryan, Vidya Balan, Madhuri Dixit, and Triptii Dimri.
The threat against these celebrities has sparked serious concerns, and Mumbai Police are committed to ensuring their safety while continuing the investigation.