Bhojpuri star Pawan Singh has received death and extortion threats in the name of the notorious Lawrence Bishnoi gang, with a clear warning not to share the stage with Salman Khan in the grand finale of Bigg Boss 19. This threat came through phone calls and messages, after which police and security agencies have come on alert.
How and when was the threat received?
According to reports, a threatening call/message came to Pawan Singh just before he was to attend the grand finale of Bigg Boss 19.
The caller claimed to be associated with the Lawrence Bishnoi gang and contacted from an unknown number.
It was said in the threat that if Pawan Singh went on stage with Salman Khan or continued working with him, he would have to face serious consequences and would not be allowed to work in the industry further.
What was said in the threat?
The main point of the message was a warning in words like “Don’t share the stage/don’t work with Salman Khan, otherwise you will be killed and your career will be ruined”.
The caller also allegedly demanded a huge amount (extortion) and warned of “dire consequences” if he did not agree.
Some reports said that this threat came when Pawan Singh was preparing for the Bigg Boss finale performance in Lucknow/Mumbai.
Action of police and security agencies
Pawan Singh’s team immediately informed the local police and security agencies about this threat.
Police have started investigating the source of the call through call detail record (CDR), mobile number, location tracking and network analysis.
According to media reports, Pawan Singh’s security has been increased; Along with the security already provided, additional police force and special monitoring of the movement is being maintained.
Bigg Boss Finale and Pawan Singh’s decision
Despite the threat, there are reports that Pawan Singh did not back down from his decision to participate in the grand finale of Bigg Boss 19 and continued preparations to reach the event.
Reports also said that special security arrangements, additional police and private security were kept on high alert at the venue for the event.
Background of Salman Khan and Lawrence Gang
Lawrence Bishnoi gang has already threatened to kill Salman Khan several times and there have been incidents like firing outside his house, after which Salman was given Y+ category security.
Now the threat given to Pawan Singh in the name of this gang has made the matter more serious, because it is directly linked to the public appearances of Salman.