2 minutes of readingBombayFebruary 12, 2026 01:08 am IST
The Mumbai Police is investigating a threat email allegedly received by actor Aayush Sharma, brother-in-law of Bollywood actor Salman Khan. A senior police officer confirmed that Sharma, who is also a Bollywood actor, recently received a threatening email in which the sender allegedly demanded a ransom in cryptocurrency.
According to the official, the email was sent using ProtonMail, an encrypted email service, and efforts are being made to trace the identity and location of the sender. “The crime branch team is in touch with the family and is doing everything that the law requires. The cyber team has been trying to trace the identity and location of the sender,” the senior officer said.
However, police said the threat does not appear to be linked to any underworld figure or organized gang. Investigators suspect the email may be the work of someone up to mischief and not an attempt at professional extortion. The official added that in previous cases involving gang-related ransom threats, senders typically do not use ProtonMail.
When asked if an FIR has been registered in the case, police said the family is cooperating with the investigation and necessary legal procedures are being followed.
Separately, Bombay Police are also investigating a WhatsApp audio threat allegedly received by a member of actor Ranveer Singh’s staff. A senior crime branch official said a dedicated team of Anti-Extortion Cell and Criminal Intelligence Unit has been formed to investigate the matter. The audio message is suspected to have links with the Bishnoi gang.
While a formal FIR is yet to be registered in the case related to Ranveer Singh, the official said the required legal formalities are being carried out and police teams are in constant touch with the concerned staff member.