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Saif Ali Khan 'Out of Danger' After Surgery Following Home Invasion

Saif Ali Khan 'Out of Danger' After Surgery Following Home Invasion
Bollywood actor Saif Ali Khan. File | Photo Credit: REPORTLINE

Mumbai, January 16, 2025
  – Bollywood actor Saif Ali Khan is reported to be out of danger following a harrowing incident at his residence that led to emergency surgery. The actor's team confirmed the ordeal in a statement released this afternoon.

According to Saif's team, an attempted burglary occurred at his Bandra home, leading to a violent confrontation. "There was an attempted burglary at Saif Ali Khan’s residence. He is currently in hospital undergoing surgery. We request the media and fans to be patient. It is a police matter. We will keep you updated on the situation," the statement read.

Dr. Uttamani, COO at Lilavati Hospital, provided further details on Saif's condition, stating, "Saif sustained 6 injuries, 2 are minor, 2 intermediate and 2 deep injuries. One of the injuries is on the back which is close to spine. A neurosurgeon is involved in the surgery."

The incident unfolded when an intruder was found in the bedroom of Saif's son, Jehangir. The house help, Mrs. Ariyama Phillips, known as Lima, raised the alarm, leading to Saif intervening. The confrontation resulted in Saif being attacked with a sharp object, leaving both him and the domestic helper injured.

Post-surgery, an official statement from Saif's team reassured fans and well-wishers, "Saif Ali Khan has come out of surgery and is out of danger. He is currently in recovery and the doctors are monitoring his progress. All family members are safe and the police is investigating the incident. We would like to thank Dr. Niraj Uttamani, Dr. Nitin Dange, Dr. Leena Jain and the team at Lilavati hospital."

The statement also extended gratitude to fans for their support, "On behalf of actor Saif, his team extended gratitude to 'all his fans and well-wishers for their prayers and thoughts during this time.'"

Meanwhile, the forensic team has been active at the scene, with one officer reporting, "We have collected the fingerprints from the spot, rest our senior officer will brief." Investigations suggest that the attacker might be someone familiar to one of the housekeepers at the residence.

Bandra Police, in their statement, confirmed the details of the assault, emphasizing that the investigation is ongoing. No further details on the suspect or the specifics of the robbery attempt have been disclosed as the police continue their inquiries.

This incident has shocked the Bollywood community and fans, who are now anxiously awaiting further updates on Saif Ali Khan's health and the outcome of the police investigation.

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