Fri Jan 17 08:19:31 UTC 2025: ## Bollywood Star Saif Ali Khan Recovering Well After Stabbing

**Mumbai, India** – Bollywood actor Saif Ali Khan is recovering well after a terrifying home invasion and stabbing incident at his Mumbai residence early Thursday morning. Khan, who was stabbed six times, including in the neck, has been released from the intensive care unit (ICU) at Lilavati Hospital and is now in a private room.

Doctors reported that a 2.5-inch piece of the blade was removed from his spine during a five-hour surgery. Despite the severity of his injuries, Dr. Nitin Narayan Dange stated that Khan is doing “excellent,” walking without significant pain, and showing no signs of paralysis. Hospital COO Niraj Uttamani described Khan’s arrival at the hospital as remarkable, stating he walked in unaided, despite being “soaked in blood,” calling him a “real hero.” Uttamani added that the injury was narrowly avoided being far more serious; a 2mm deeper penetration could have resulted in severe complications.

The attack occurred around 2:30 am while Khan was at home with his wife, actress Kareena Kapoor Khan, and their two sons. A nurse, Eliyama Philip, who was caring for the couple’s younger son, was the first to encounter the intruder, a man estimated to be 35-40 years old. Philip reported that the intruder, armed with a knife and a wooden stick, demanded a ransom of one crore rupees (approximately $121,000 USD) before attacking her and subsequently Khan. Another household staffer was also injured.

Police have launched a massive manhunt for the suspect, who, according to sources, scaled a wall to access the building and utilized a fire escape to enter Khan’s apartment. CCTV footage captured the suspect fleeing the scene. While there was no sign of forced entry, police believe the intruder was familiar with the building’s layout. Twenty police teams are actively pursuing the suspect, who is believed to have initially intended to commit burglary. The investigation is ongoing. While visitors are currently restricted for the time being to limit the chance of infection, Khan’s remarkable recovery continues to bring relief to his family, fans, and the public.

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