Saif Ali Khan, a well-known Bollywood actor, was attacked at his home in Mumbai. The incident occurred early in the morning in the Bandra neighborhood. The attacker, who entered through a fire escape, stabbed Mr. Khan multiple times before fleeing the scene. Fortunately, he was rushed to the hospital and is now in stable condition.
The police suspect that the attack was part of a burglary attempt and are searching for the perpetrator. Mr. Khan suffered a serious spinal cord injury, as well as wounds on his arm and neck. He underwent surgery to remove a knife and fix leaking spinal fluid.
The 54-year-old actor comes from a family of celebrities, with his mother, Sharmila Tagore, and father, Mansoor Ali Khan Pataudi, being prominent figures in the entertainment industry. Critics have raised concerns about the safety of celebrities in Mumbai following this incident.
This is not the first attack on a celebrity in Bandra, as similar incidents have occurred in the past. The police are working diligently to ensure the safety of public figures in the area. As investigations continue, Mr. Khan’s representatives have asked for patience from fans and the media.
Vocabulary List:
- Incident /ˈɪn.sɪ.dənt/ (noun): An event or occurrence often one that is unusual or unexpected.
- Perpetrator /ˈpɜː.pə.trɪ.tər/ (noun): A person who commits a crime or other serious act.
- Surgery /ˈsɜːr.dʒər.i/ (noun): The treatment of injuries or disorders of the body by incision or manipulation.
- Stabbed /stæbd/ (verb): To thrust a knife or other pointed weapon into someone.
- Burglary /ˈbɜːr.ɡləri/ (noun): The crime of breaking into a building with the intent to commit a crime typically theft.
- Stable /ˈsteɪ.bəl/ (adjective): Not likely to change or fail; firmly established.
