Bollywood Critic Kamaal R Khan Arrested in Mumbai Firing Case
Controversial Bollywood personality Kamaal R Khan, widely known as KRK, has been arrested by Mumbai police in connection with a firing incident at a residential building in the city's western suburbs. The arrest came after investigators linked him to the shooting that occurred at Nalanda Society in Andheri's Oshiwara area.
Details of the Incident and Investigation
The incident reportedly took place on January 18, 2026, when two bullets were fired at the residential complex. During initial investigation, authorities recovered two bullets from within the society premises - one from the second floor and another from the fourth floor. Police officials revealed that one of the affected flats belongs to a writer-director, while the other is owned by a model.
Initial investigation efforts faced challenges as CCTV footage from the area failed to provide clear leads. However, a breakthrough came through forensic examination, which suggested that the bullets may have originated from KRK's nearby bungalow. This crucial evidence led investigators to focus their attention on the controversial film critic.
Police Custody and Confession
Kamaal R Khan was taken to the Oshiwara police station late Friday night for questioning. During interrogation, he allegedly confessed to firing two shots using his licensed firearm. Based on his admission and the forensic evidence, police arrested him on Saturday and registered a case under relevant provisions of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita (BNS) and the Arms Act.
Police officials stated that while the technical evidence and confession have established Khan's involvement in the firing, the motive behind the incident remains under investigation. Authorities are continuing their probe to determine why the shots were fired at the residential building.
KRK's History of Legal Troubles
This is not the first time Kamaal R Khan has found himself embroiled in legal controversies. His history includes:
- Arrest at Mumbai International Airport in August 2022 over allegedly derogatory social media posts
- Subsequent remand to judicial custody in that case
- Arrest in connection with a molestation case registered in 2021
- Being granted bail in the molestation case after initial detention
Career Background and Public Persona
Kamaal R Khan first gained public attention following his appearance on Bigg Boss Season 3 in 2009 and his film Deshdrohi. He later made a cameo appearance in Mohit Suri's Ek Villain in 2014. In recent years, he has primarily been known as a self-proclaimed film critic whose outspoken criticism of Bollywood films and personalities on social media has frequently drawn both public backlash and legal scrutiny.
His provocative remarks about industry figures have made him a controversial figure in Bollywood circles, often sparking debates about freedom of expression versus responsible criticism in the entertainment industry.
The current case represents another significant legal challenge for KRK, whose activities have regularly kept him in the public eye for reasons beyond his film criticism. As the investigation continues, authorities are working to establish the complete sequence of events and determine the exact circumstances that led to the firing incident at the residential complex.
