Here is the breakdown of the ongoing security scare and the housing society drama that unfolded yesterday (Tuesday, Feb 10).
The Threat: "A ₹10 Crore Voice Note" 📱
The Incident: According to police sources, an unidentified sender contacted Ranveer Singh’s secretary via a WhatsApp voice note, demanding a massive extortion sum of ₹10 Crore (₹100 Million).
The Action: Ranveer immediately informed the Mumbai Police. While no official FIR has been made public yet, authorities have launched an investigation to trace the digital footprint of the sender.
The Backlash: Neighbors Raise the Alarm 🚨
In response to the threat, Ranveer and Deepika significantly increased security at their Prabhadevi residence (in the Beau Monde tower)—but they allegedly skipped a crucial step.
The Deployment: The couple hired six armed private security personnel and were assigned one uniformed police officer.
The Complaint: The housing society's managing committee is not happy. They wrote an official letter to the Dadar Police Station expressing "serious concern."
The Issue: Residents are reportedly terrified because the heavily armed guards are freely roaming the complex's common areas, including the lobby, gymnasium, and children’s play area. The committee has urged the police to clarify if the actors even have the required permissions for this level of armed deployment in a shared residential space.
The Suspects: The Bishnoi Gang Connection? 🕵️♂️
The Bigger Picture: Police suspect that this extortion attempt may be linked to the infamous Lawrence Bishnoi gang, the same syndicate that claimed responsibility for the recent shooting at Rohit Shetty's Juhu home.
A Targeted Industry: Sources suggest Ranveer is not an isolated target; nearly a dozen Bollywood personalities have allegedly received similar threatening calls over the last 15 days, though most have quietly blocked the numbers out of fear.
SantaBanta Verdict: It is a terrifying time for Mumbai's entertainment circles. While you can't blame Ranveer and Deepika for taking drastic measures to protect themselves and their daughter Dua, you also have to sympathize with their neighbors who suddenly feel like they are living in a fortress. With Ranveer's Dhurandhar: The Revenge gearing up for a massive March release, let's hope the authorities neutralize this threat quickly so the focus can return to the movies.
