Cinema VinesA bomb‑threat email sent to Mumbai authorities named several high‑profile sites, including the Bombay High Court, the Bombay Stock Exchange, Mahalaxmi Racecourse and the Juhu bungalow of superstar Amitabh Bachchan, known as Jalsa. Within hours, police and the Bomb Detection and Disposal Squads (BDDS) carried out thorough inspections of each location. All searches turned up no suspicious items, giving officials a brief respite amid a tense security climate.
The threat is not the first to target Bachchan’s home. On October 23, a similar email listed the actor’s residence, the mayor’s office and the racecourse. In response, security at Jalsa was tightened on October 25 when Bachchan met fans in his usual Sunday session, and again on November 1, when he greeted supporters from behind a bullet‑proof enclosure with his son Abhishek. The actor’s public appearances have been conducted under heightened precautions since the earlier alert.
Security concerns for Bollywood figures have escalated after a shooting incident in Juhu earlier this month. On October 18, two men fired at Tiger Shroff’s car near a football ground, injuring the driver and another person. Three suspects were later arrested in Kota, Rajasthan, and handed over to Mumbai police for further investigation. The incident, coupled with the latest bomb‑threat emails, has spotlighted the need for reinforced protective measures around prominent celebrities.
Bachchan himself has been vocal about his health, posting on his Tumblr blog that he requires more rest and is “adjusting, thinking and wondering” about the body’s uniqueness. Despite the recent threats, the actor continues to engage with fans, though always under strict security protocols.
