Salman Khan is facing an onslaught of challenges in his life following the recent death of his close friend Baba Siddique, who was shot last month. Lawrence Bishnoi has taken responsibility for the incident, and Salman has received a fresh death threat.
The connection between Bollywood and the underworld has been entrenched for decades. The underworld’s infiltration into the film industry began in the 1960s when gangsters like Karim Lala and Haji Mastan emerged as both feared crime bosses and powerful benefactors to the film industry. Lala, known for his kidnapping and drug-trafficking empire, was also seen as the go-to problem solver for Bollywood stars. Dilip Kumar once visited him with actress Helen to seek help in resolving a personal issue, and Lala reportedly handled it with his characteristic efficiency.
Salman Khan is facing an onslaught of challenges in his life following the recent death of his close friend Baba Siddique, who was shot last month. Lawrence Bishnoi has taken responsibility for the incident, and Salman has received a fresh death threat.
The connection between Bollywood and the underworld has been entrenched for decades. The underworld’s infiltration into the film industry began in the 1960s when gangsters like Karim Lala and Haji Mastan emerged as both feared crime bosses and powerful benefactors to the film industry. Lala, known for his kidnapping and drug-trafficking empire, was also seen as the go-to problem solver for Bollywood stars. Dilip Kumar once visited him with actress Helen to seek help in resolving a personal issue, and Lala reportedly handled it with his characteristic efficiency.
