Bollywood actor Tiger Shroff’s vehicle came under fire in Mumbai’s Juhu area on Sunday evening, October 18, 2026, leaving his driver and another person injured. While the actor reportedly escaped without any gunshot wounds, television personality Karan Veer Mehra has shared his account of the frightening incident, recalling the panic and bloodstains he saw at the scene.
Karan Veer Mehra Recalls the Moments After the Shooting
Karan Veer Mehra, known for his work in television shows such as Pavitra Rishta, was travelling directly behind Tiger Shroff’s BMW when the incident occurred. He described reaching the area shortly after the gunfire and seeing signs of the violence.
“My car was right behind, you know, by the time we left the gate, by the time my car reached, I just saw blood spots, and I got to know that Tiger’s driver had been shot,” Mehra said.
He also recalled the confusion that followed the shooting. With children attending a birthday celebration nearby, some people initially mistook the gunshots for fireworks.
“There were kids right there, celebrating a birthday party; everybody ran helter-skelter,” he said, describing how people scattered in panic.
Mehra, who regularly plays football with Tiger, said he did not see the attackers himself. He expressed sadness over what had happened and said witnessing the incident’s impact on the actor and his family had been distressing.
He added that people began shouting that the sounds were actual gunshots, prompting security personnel to respond and alert the police.
Tiger Shroff’s Driver Injured as Police Begin Investigation
Tiger’s driver, identified as Firdaus, reportedly suffered a gunshot wound to his left arm and was taken to hospital. Another individual, identified as Mr Chauhan, also sustained injuries.
According to reports, ballistic findings indicated that the shots had been fired from close range.
Mumbai Police have registered a case under Sections 107, 109(1) and 116 of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita (BNS), along with Sections 3 and 25 of the Arms Act. Deputy Commissioner of Police Mohit Garg said approximately 15 special teams had been formed to identify and apprehend those responsible.
Investigators are examining CCTV footage from the surrounding area. The footage has reportedly captured images of two suspected shooters, while one person has reportedly been taken in for questioning.