Saif Ali Khan's doctors share post-surgery update
Bollywood superstar Saif Ali Khan was hospitalized early on Thursday morning after being stabbed six times by an intruder in his Mumbai home.
The Kal Ho Naa Ho actor was attacked around 2:30 am by a knife-wielding intruder who also injured a female member of his team. Both were taken to Lilavati Hospital.
Saif Ali Khan’s team issued a statement regarding his health, confirming that he is stable.
“Saif Ali Khan has come out of surgery and is in recovery. We are monitoring his progress closely. We thank Dr. Niraj Uttamani, Dr. Nitin Dange, Dr. Leena Jain, and the hospital staff for their excellent care. We also appreciate the support from his fans and well-wishers during this challenging time,” the statement said.
One of the doctors who treated Saif Ali Khan told the media that the actor is "completely stable now, recovering well and out of danger."
Mumbai police are actively investigating the burglary and assault. Senior office Gedem Dixit confirmed that Saif is out of danger, but the investigation continues. Multiple police teams are questioning Saif’s household staff and others who were present at the time of the incident.
Fans continue to send their love and prayers as Saif recovers from the traumatic incident.
Earlier, Indian media reports have claimed that Mumbai Police have detained four staff members from actor Saif Ali Khan's residence following an intruder entering the house and stabbing the star. Officials are interrogating the staff to determine a possible connection to the attack.
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Indian media has reported that the intruder entered Saif Ali Khan's house around 2:30 am when the Love Aaj Kal actor and his family were asleep.
The Bandra Police Station has registered an FIR and begun an investigation into the case. They are now examining evidence and questioning the staff to find out more about the intruder's access to the house.
Saif Ali Khan's management issued a statement confirming the incident and said that the actor was receiving treatment at Lilavati Hospital. Saif's condition is stable despite sustaining six stab wounds. Authorities have increased security measures at his residence for the safety of his family. The police continue with the investigation.
Kareena Kapoor Khan has spoken out after her husband Saif Ali Khan was attacked during a burglary at their home in Bandra early Thursday morning.
Mumbai police have confirmed to the media that the intruder entered Saif's residence around 2:30 am where he got into a confrontation with the actor. Saif was taken to hospital around 3:30 am.
Kareena, who was not at home during the attack, has assured fans that her family, including their children Jeh and Taimur, are safe.
A statement from the actress reads: "There was an attempted burglary at Saif Ali Khan and Kareena Kapoor Khan’s residence last night. Saif had an injury on his arm for which he is in hospital, undergoing a procedure. The rest of the family is doing fine. We request the media and fans to be patient and not speculate any further as the Police are already doing their due investigations. Thank you all for your concern."