Tiger Shroff’s team has issued its first statement following the firing incident in Mumbai, warning against the circulation of fake news and AI-generated content falsely attributed to the actor. The team has clarified that Tiger has not made any public statements or released videos about the incident and said legal action could be taken against those creating or sharing misleading material.The incident took place around 7 pm on October 18, when Tiger was leaving a football club in Mumbai. A video of the shooting showed the attackers firing at his car from close range. The actor escaped unharmed, while his driver and a bystander were reportedly injured. The attack has since raised concerns about Tiger’s security and the circumstances surrounding the incident.Amid the attention surrounding the case, the actor’s team has flagged the circulation of unverified claims and fabricated content on social media. It urged people to check the authenticity of information before sharing it and rely only on official communication.In its statement, the team made it clear that Tiger had not publicly addressed the incident. “We would like to categorically clarify that Tiger Shroff has made no statements, released no videos, and authorised no communication regarding the recent incident or any related developments,” the statement read.The team also expressed concern over the alleged misuse of artificial intelligence to create misleading content involving the actor. It pointed out that several online platforms had been circulating “fabricated stories, AI-generated videos and scripted narratives, falsely attributed to Tiger.” The team described the material as “completely false, unauthorised and intended to mislead the public.”The statement further urged media outlets and digital platforms to exercise responsibility while reporting on the incident. Emphasising the need to verify information before publishing it, the team asked publishers to “refrain from creating or amplifying misinformation for engagement or monetary gain.” It also clarified that Tiger and his team neither support nor endorse the fabricated content.Issuing a warning to those involved in creating and spreading such material, the team said, “Any individual or page found creating, promoting or circulating such fabricated content will face appropriate legal action. We are taking cognisance of these instances and reserve the right to pursue all available legal remedies against those responsible,” the notice stated.Concluding its statement, the team appealed to the public to exercise caution and avoid relying on unverified claims circulating online. It urged “everyone to rely only on verified communication from Tiger Shroff and his official team.”
