Sat Jan 18 10:08:20 UTC 2025: ## Bollywood Star Saif Ali Khan Stabbed in Home Invasion, on Path to Recovery
**Mumbai, India** – Bollywood actor Saif Ali Khan is recovering after being stabbed multiple times during a home invasion in his Mumbai apartment early Thursday morning. The 54-year-old actor sustained six stab wounds, two of which were deeper than the others, including one near his spine, according to the hospital’s chief operating officer. He underwent surgery to remove a knife lodged near his spine and repair a spinal fluid leak. Doctors have reported that he is on the path to a complete recovery.
The incident occurred around 3:30 am local time. A female employee at the residence was also attacked and is receiving medical treatment. Khan’s representatives described the incident as an attempted burglary, stating that his wife, actress Kareena Kapoor-Khan, and their children were unharmed.
Police are currently investigating the incident and searching for the suspect. The attack has sparked widespread concern and calls for increased security, particularly in the Bandra suburb where many celebrities reside. Several public figures, including politicians and fellow Bollywood actors, expressed shock and offered their support for Khan and his family. The incident has raised questions about the safety and security of even high-profile individuals in their own homes. Khan, a highly successful actor with over 70 film and television credits, is the son of former Indian cricket captain Mansur Ali Khan Pataudi and actress Sharmila Tagore.
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