FILM celebrities and politicians, including West Bengal Chief Minister Mamta Banerjee, Arvind Kejriwal and Chiranjeevi, expressed shock over the attack on Saif Ali Khan at his home in Mumbai with several others questioning lawlessness in the city. The 54-year-old actor, who was injured after an intruder attacked him with a knife at around 2.30 am on Thursday at his Bandra home, was hospitalised and underwent surgery. He is out of danger, his representative said. Banerjee and Kejriwal wished for the actor’s speedy recovery in their social media posts. “It’s very concerning to hear about the attack on noted actor SaifAli Khan.

 

I pray for his speedy recovery, trusting that the law will take its course and those responsible will be held accountable. My thoughts and prayers are with Sharmila Di, Kareena Kapoor, and the entire family during this difficult time,” Banerjee posted on X. Kejriwal said, “Shocked to hear about the attack on Saif Ali Khan. Wishing him a speedy recovery and strength to his family during this difficult time.” Shiv Sena UBT leader and Rajya Sabha MP Priyanka Chaturvedi said the incident at Saif’s residence is another “high profile attempt on life” after the firing outside superstar Salman Khan’s home and the murder of NCP leader Baba Siddique. “The attack on Saif Ali Khan yet again raises questions on Mumbai Police & the Home Minister. This is after a series of incidents that show there is a deliberate attempt to undermine Mumbai by targeting big names...