Saif Ali Khan: Bollywood star fighting for life after being stabbed by intruder in home
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Bollywood star Saif Ali Khan has been rushed to hospital after being stabbed multiple times in an attack at his home. An intruder reportedly broke into his home in Mumbai, India, where the star lives with his family. The attack happened at 2:30am this morning (local time) while the 54-year-old was asleep alongside his wife and fellow Bollywood actress Kareena Kapoor Khan, 44, as well as their two sons.
Local reports said neither Kareena or the two children were injured. Khan was rushed to Lilavati hospital where he has undergone surgery for his six stab wounds. Khan reportedly suffered injuries close to his spine and neck, two of which were deep. Mumbai Police said in a statement to news agency ANI: "An unknown person entered actor Saif Ali Khan’s residence and argued with his maid, late last night. When the actor tried to intervene and pacify the man, he attacked Saif Ali Khan and injured him. Police are investigating the matter.".
"There was an attempted burglary at Mr Saif Ali Khan’s residence," a statement from the actor's team said, according to The Independent. "He is currently in hospital undergoing surgery. We request the media and fans to be patient. It is a police matter. We will keep you updated on the situation.".
Dr Niraj Uttamani, COO of Lilavati Hospital, told The Hindustan Times: "Saif was attacked by an unidentified person in his house. He was brought in at 3.30am in Lilavati. He has six injuries, two of which are deeper. One of the injuries is closer to his spine. We are operating on him.".
