The murder of former Maharashtra minister and NCP leader Baba Siddiqui has sent shockwaves through the entertainment industry and beyond. Siddiqui, known for his close relationships with Bollywood stars like Salman Khan, Shah Rukh Khan, Sanjay Dutt, and Shilpa Shetty, was brutally killed, and authorities are investigating the involvement of the notorious Lawrence Bishnoi gang. This isn’t the first time the Bishnoi gang has targeted celebrities. Canada-based gangster Goldy Brar has previously claimed the gang assassinated singer Sidhu Moosewala to avenge the killing of Vikramjit Singh.
India Today, in an exclusive report, gained access to a hit list allegedly revealed by Lawrence Bishnoi himself during interrogation with the National Investigation Agency (NIA). This list, compiled by the imprisoned gangster, includes individuals who have already fallen victim to violence and others still under the gang’s menacing gaze.
Salman Khan: A Prime Target
Bollywood superstar Salman Khan is considered the top target of the Bishnoi gang within the film industry. The gang’s animosity towards Khan stems from the actor’s alleged involvement in a black buck shooting case in 1998. In 2018, Bishnoi issued a chilling threat to Khan during his court appearance: “We will kill Salman Khan in Jodhpur. Everyone will know once we take action.” The threat manifested in April 2024 when a firing incident occurred outside Khan’s Galaxy Apartments in Bandra. Gunmen fired multiple shots before fleeing, but thankfully, no one was injured.
Munawar Faruqui: Targeted in Delhi
Bigg Boss 17 winner Munawar Faruqui is also reportedly on the Bishnoi gang’s hit list. According to Times Now, two gang henchmen followed Faruqui to Delhi after he attended an event in the city in September. Fortunately, intelligence agencies intervened, thwarting the sinister plan and ensuring the comedian’s safe return to Mumbai under tight security.
Shaganpreet Singh: A Manager Targeted for Alleged Shelter
Shaganpreet Singh, the manager of slain Punjabi singer Sidhu Moose Wala, has also been marked as a target by the Bishnoi gang. They believe Singh provided shelter to the killers of Vicky Middukhera, a close associate of the Bishnoi gang who was shot dead in Mohali in August 2021. The gang seeks revenge for Middukhera’s killing.
Mandeep Dhariwal: Shot Dead in the Philippines
Mandeep Dhariwal, accused of helping the killers of Vicky Middukhera, has met a tragic fate. He was shot dead in the Philippines, and the Goldy Brar gang, affiliated with the Bishnoi gang, claimed responsibility.
Zeeshan Siddiqui: Son of the Murdered Politician
Zeeshan Siddiqui, the son of Baba Siddiqui, is also allegedly on the hit list. Police arrested individuals accused in his father’s murder, and during interrogation, these suspects revealed they were also contracted to kill Zeeshan. They claimed they were ordered to fire on anyone they encountered, targeting both Zeeshan and Baba Siddiqui.
Kaushal Chaudhary: In Jail, But Still Targeted
Gangster Kaushal Chaudhary, currently incarcerated in a Gurugram jail, is also a target. He stands accused of supplying weapons to the killers of Middukhera.
Amit Dagar: Close Ally, High on the List
Gangster Amit Dagar, an alleged accomplice in Middukhera’s murder and a close ally of Kaushal Chaudhary, also appears on the Bishnoi gang’s hit list.
This chilling list highlights the reach and ruthlessness of the Lawrence Bishnoi gang, casting a shadow of fear over the lives of individuals in both the entertainment industry and beyond. As authorities continue to investigate these crimes, the world watches with bated breath, hoping to prevent further tragedies.