MUMBAI — Bollywood superstar Amitabh Bachchan stepped outside his Juhu bungalow on November 1 to greet the crowd that gathers there every week, but this time the ritual came with a visible change: the veteran actor met his admirers from behind a protective glass enclosure.
The barrier reflected the heightened security surrounding the 83-year-old actor after an email threat targeting his Mumbai residence was received in the last week of October.
Threat Traced to Email at BKC Institution
According to reports, an educational institution in Mumbai’s Bandra Kurla Complex (BKC) received an email warning that a bomb would target Bachchan’s home. Mumbai Police launched an investigation into the message and further tightened security arrangements for the actor in the days that followed.
Authorities have not publicly disclosed details of the probe or whether any suspects have been identified.
A Weekly Ritual, Adjusted for Security
For years, Bachchan has appeared outside his residence—famously named Jalsa—to wave to fans who assemble there, a tradition that has become something of a Sunday spectacle in the city. On November 1, a large crowd turned up as usual, hoping to catch a glimpse of the star.
Despite the security concerns, Bachchan did not skip the appearance. Instead, he greeted the gathering from behind the glass, maintaining a practice his fans have come to expect while allowing police to keep the event closely guarded.
- The threat was sent by email to an educational institution in BKC.
- Mumbai Police opened an investigation and increased security around the actor.
- Bachchan appeared as scheduled on November 1, separated from fans by a glass barrier.
The appearance underscored the delicate balance between the actor’s enduring bond with his fans and the tightened security protocol now surrounding one of India’s most recognizable public figures.
