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Crime
Lawrence Bishnoi’s gang turns to Bollywood intimidation, police say
✍️ The Times of India
🗓 20 Oct 2026, 09:37 AM
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Police sources say the Lawrence Bishnoi gang has moved from extortion to targeting Bollywood figures to assert dominance.
Police officials have observed a shift in the modus operandi of the Lawrence Bishnoi criminal network, moving away from traditional extortion to direct intimidation of Bollywood personalities. Sources indicate that the gang is using threats to demonstrate its power within the entertainment industry. The move is being described as a bid to establish the gang’s supremacy beyond conventional criminal activities. Authorities are monitoring the situation closely, though no specific incidents have been publicly disclosed. The development underscores growing concerns about organized crime’s infiltration into high‑profile sectors.
The law‑enforcement agencies have warned the film fraternity to remain vigilant while they investigate any potential links between the gang and recent disturbances in the industry. No arrests have been reported as of now, and officials have refrained from commenting on specific targets.
The shift reflects a broader trend where criminal outfits seek visibility by confronting prominent cultural institutions, according to crime analysts. Continued surveillance and cooperation with industry bodies are being emphasized to curb any escalation.
The law‑enforcement agencies have warned the film fraternity to remain vigilant while they investigate any potential links between the gang and recent disturbances in the industry. No arrests have been reported as of now, and officials have refrained from commenting on specific targets.
The shift reflects a broader trend where criminal outfits seek visibility by confronting prominent cultural institutions, according to crime analysts. Continued surveillance and cooperation with industry bodies are being emphasized to curb any escalation.