Tragedy struck in a shocking incident of the shooting and killing last night by Mumbai of Baba Siddique, who was a former Maharashtra minister and NCP leader. He was pronounced dead after the doctors tried to save him at Lilavati Hospital. Salman Khan, a close friend, rushed to the hospital to comfort his grieving family in the wake of this sad news. Today he reached out to the residence of Siddique to pay his last respects.
A video capturing the emotional moment of Salman leaving the residence with tear-filled eyes went viral, talking about the deep bonding they shared. Renowned paparazzo Sneh Zala posted a video, in which Salman reaches Baba Siddique’s residence in a black Range Rover, with heavy security personnel guarding him all around. The footage features his car entering the premises in an atmosphere draped with a sombre hint.
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That night, Salman was reportedly visibly emotional and teary-eyed while passing through the crowd assembled outside as he left Siddique’s home after paying his respects to the late leader. It was a chaotic scene as the public, fans and onlookers alike, surrounded the actor.
At the other end, Salman’s family members- said to include his girlfriend Iulia Vantur, Sohail Khan, Sshura Khan, Arpita Khan Sharma, and Alvira Agnihotri-wear white, which marks them as mourners. BJP leader Shaina NC also joins them.
Salman has reportedly stopped shooting for Bigg Boss 18 to rush to the hospital, reach Siddique’s family. Salman had been attending Siddique’s Iftar parties for years so it’s said that two had been close. The reports reveal that Salman has been in regular contact with the family and is also reportedly helping in making funeral arrangements.
In light of Siddique’s murder, a Facebook post by the Bishnoi gang today claimed responsibility for his killing. The police immediately strengthened security outside Salman Khan’s Galaxy Apartments. Since then, Salman has cancelled all meetings and sought a period of privacy. “At present, he wants everyone from the industry to not come over because he is in a grief trauma,” says a close friend.
Maharashtra Chief Minister said Siddique will be awarded state honors at the time of his cremation. In the meantime, Mumbai Police lodged cases against him under relevant sections of Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita, Arms Act, and the Maharashtra Police Act.