In a shocking development shaking the entertainment circles, self-proclaimed critic and actor Kamal Rashid Khan (KRK) has been arrested by the Mumbai Police today, Saturday, January 24, 2026. The arrest follows a detailed investigation into a firing incident that terrorized the residents of Nalanda Society in Oshiwara, Andheri (West), earlier this week.
DCP (Zone 9) Dikshit Gedam confirmed the arrest, stating that KRK has confessed to firing two rounds from his licensed revolver. He is currently in custody at the Oshiwara Police Station and will be produced in court today.
The Incident: What Happened on January 18?
While the arrest happened today, the incident dates back to Sunday, January 18, 2026.
- The Panic: Residents of the upscale Nalanda Society in Lokhandwala Back Road reported hearing loud gunshots.
- The Discovery: Upon searching, residents found two bullets lodged in the building premises—one on the second floor (flat of writer-director Neeraj Kumar Mishra) and another on the fourth floor (flat of model Prateek Baid).
- The Investigation: Initially, the police were baffled as CCTV footage yielded no leads on any shooters entering the society. However, a breakthrough came via forensic analysis, which traced the trajectory of the bullets back to KRK’s bungalow, situated right next to the society.
KRK’s Bizarre Defense: “Testing the Gun”
After being detained for questioning on Friday night, KRK reportedly cracked under interrogation.
- The Confession: He admitted to firing the shots but claimed it was not an attack.
- The Excuse: According to police sources, KRK stated he was “cleaning his licensed gun” and wanted to check if it was working properly. He claimed he fired towards a nearby mangrove patch/tree, assuming it was safe.
- The Blame: In a strange twist, he allegedly blamed “strong winds” for deflecting the bullets from the trees into the neighboring residential building.
From ‘Blind Case’ to Forensic Breakthrough
For nearly five days, the firing at Nalanda Society was considered a “blind case” that baffled investigators. With high-security gates and CCTV cameras showing no intruders, the police initially struggled to identify the shooter. The turning point came through precise ballistic mapping; forensic experts traced the trajectory of the bullets found in the flats of filmmaker Neeraj Kumar Mishra and model Prateek Baid, concluding they could only have originated from the adjacent bungalow owned by KRK. This scientific evidence was crucial in cornering the actor, turning what seemed like a mysterious scare into a confirmed case of reckless endangerment that narrowly missed causing fatal injuries.
Legal Trouble: BNS and Arms Act
The “accidental” defense has not saved him from serious legal action. The police have registered a case under:
- The Arms Act: For misuse of a licensed firearm and endangering public safety.
- Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita (BNS): Relevant sections for endangering life and personal safety of others (likely replacing the old IPC Section 336).
The police have seized his weapon and sent it for ballistic testing to match the bullets recovered from the society.
A History of Controversy
This is not KRK’s first brush with the law.
- 2022 Arrest: He was previously arrested at Mumbai Airport for controversial tweets and a 2021 molestation case.
- Bollywood Feuds: Known for his scathing attacks on stars like Salman Khan and Ajay Devgn, KRK often finds himself in defamation suits. However, this is the first time he faces serious criminal charges involving a lethal weapon.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
1. Why was KRK arrested today? Kamal R. Khan was arrested for firing two rounds from his gun on January 18, which hit the neighboring Nalanda Society building in Oshiwara.
2. Did KRK shoot at someone? No injuries were reported. KRK claims he was “testing” his gun by firing at trees, but the bullets hit the residential flats of a director and a model.
3. What charges is KRK facing? He has been booked under the Arms Act and the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita (BNS) for negligence with a firearm and endangering public safety.
4. Is KRK still in jail? As of the afternoon of Jan 24, 2026, he is in police custody and is scheduled to be produced in a local Mumbai court for a remand hearing.
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