In a startling turn of events, renowned filmmaker Ram Gopal Varma has publicly called on Bollywood superstar Salman Khan to confront the escalating threat posed by the infamous gangster, Lawrence Bishnoi. Varma insists that Khan should retaliate with equal vigor to avert any appearance of surrender, a move he described as averting the “COWARDICE of the TIGER STAR.” The developments come in the wake of Lawrence Bishnoi’s brazen confession of his involvement in the gruesome murder of politician Baba Siddique, an event that shook the nation to its core.
On his social media platform X, formerly known as Twitter, Varma elaborated on his opinion by stating, “I wish @BeingSalmanKhan will give a SUPER COUNTER THREAT to B, or otherwise, it will look like a COWARDICE of the TIGER STAR. SK owes it to his fans to rise up as the BIGGER SUPER HERO in comparison to B.” His statement quickly garnered widespread attention, sparking debates about the potential implications for Khan if he decides to heed Varma’s advice.
The shocking murder of Baba Siddique, allegedly orchestrated by Bishnoi, sent ripples through Bollywood and Indian politics alike. Siddique, a longstanding friend of Salman Khan, was gunned down in broad daylight by armed assailants on October 12. Initial reports suggest that Siddique’s murder was motivated by his support for Salman Khan. The incident highlighted the deep-seated animosity between Bishnoi and Khan, whose enmity traces back to the early 2000s, when Khan was embroiled in a notorious blackbuck poaching case in Rajasthan.
The blackbuck case, which saw Khan serve a brief stint in prison, remains a sore point for the Bishnoi community, as the blackbuck is considered sacred in their culture. Bishnoi’s subsequent threats against Khan have kept the actor constantly vigilant, spurring conversations about his safety and security.
Varma’s comments have stirred a melting pot of emotions on social media. While some fans lauded his call to action as a rallying cry for justice, others expressed concern over the potential escalation of violence. Ram Gopal Varma, however, remains unperturbed by the backlash. He has continued to engage with his audience, emphasizing Bishnoi’s rising infamy. In a subsequent tweet, he boasted, “I have 6.
.2 MILLION FOLLOWERS, and this tweet got 6.2 MILLION VIEWS… This is a TESTIMONY of LAWRENCE BISHNOI’s CURRENT POPULARITY.” The statement underscored the gravity of the threat posed by Bishnoi, whose notoriety seems to grow by the day.
Further affirming his position, Varma did not shy from commenting on Bishnoi’s allure. He shared a photograph of the gangster on his platform, captioning it, “If a film is based on the BIGGEST GANGSTER, no filmmaker will cast a guy who looks like DAWOOD IBRAHIM or CHOTA RAJAN. But here, I don’t know a single FILM STAR who is more GOOD LOOKING than B.” This unexpected compliment adds yet another layer to the complex narrative surrounding the gangster’s media portrayal.
The Khan-Siddique-Bishnoi triangle continues to captivate national interest as public outcry over Siddique’s tragic death amplifies. Onlookers are closely observing how the situation will unfold, especially in light of Varma’s provocative interjection. The pressure mounts on Salman Khan, who, besides dealing with personal grief over his friend’s death, now faces renewed public scrutiny over his next move.
Khan’s legacy and star power in Bollywood complicate the decision of how to respond to Varma’s public exhortation. As the entertainment world waits with bated breath, it remains to be seen whether Salman Khan will rise as a hero in his fans’ eyes by making a stand against the challenging threat posed by Lawrence Bishnoi.
As industry analysts and fans speculate, one thing is clear: the unfolding drama between Salman Khan and Lawrence Bishnoi serves as a vivid reminder of the intersection between celebrity culture and crime in India, drawing a stark line that separates courage from perceived cowardice. Whether Khan will comply with Ram Gopal Varma’s compelling recommendation or choose a path of discretion over retaliation is a question that captures the suspense of this real-life saga.
