On Saturday, a bomb exploded near the location of a fashion show event in Imphal East, which Bollywood actress Sunny Leone was scheduled to attend on Sunday.

The massive explosion occurred at 6 am near the show's stage, which was being built in Manipur's capital's Hatta Kangjeibung neighborhood. There have been no recorded casualties. On Sunday, the actor was supposed to visit Imphal.

According to PTI, the explosion occurred within 100 meters from the venue. The police have filed a case to arrest the offenders and determine the motivation behind the explosive assault.

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The House of Ali Fashion Show was set to take place in Hatta Kanglibung ground, with the tagline Bridal Couture Festive Season Fall Winter collection 2023. Many people had purchased tickets because the Sunny Leone was expected to walk the ramp as the showstopper.

Police initiated a search operation soon after the explosion. An official informed the news agency that it is still unclear whether the explosion was triggered by an improvised explosive device or a grenade. No extremist group has yet claimed responsibility for the explosion.